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The goal in managing diabetes is to keep blood sugar in target range, minimizing highs without causing lows. Learn about the variety of treatments for diabetes, including insulin, oral and noninsulin injectable medications, alternative therapies and more.

FDA Approves Rybelsus, First Oral GLP-1 Medicine

Published October 8, 2019

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first oral GLP-1 medicine for blood sugar management in adults with type 2 diabetes… Read More “FDA Approves Rybelsus, First Oral GLP-1 Medicine”

Needle Phobia: Tips for Overcoming a Fear of Needles

Updated April 3, 2020

A reality of managing type 1 diabetes is that there are needles involved. If you have a fear of needles, these tips can help… Read More “Needle Phobia: Tips for Overcoming a Fear of Needles”

Ways to Deliver Insulin: Inhalers and Insulin Pumps

Published September 18, 2019

Living with type 1 diabetes and wondering about inhaled insulin or insulin pumps? Let’s take a look at both of these delivery methods… Read More “Ways to Deliver Insulin: Inhalers and Insulin Pumps”

Novo Nordisk to Offer Half-Price Generic Insulin in 2020

Published September 12, 2019

The company will be the second drugmaker to offer generic versions of its own insulin in the United States… Read More “Novo Nordisk to Offer Half-Price Generic Insulin in 2020”

Ways to Inject Insulin: Syringes and Pens

Published September 11, 2019

When it comes to giving yourself insulin, it’s important to know that you have options. Here, we’ll take a closer look at insulin syringes and insulin pens… Read More “Ways to Inject Insulin: Syringes and Pens”

Going Back on Metformin: Diabetes Questions & Answers

Published September 10, 2019

Is it possible to not need medication and then suddenly need it again? A reader with type 2 diabetes asks about going back on metformin… Read More “Going Back on Metformin: Diabetes Questions & Answers”

Insulin Types: Which Is Better for You?

Published September 4, 2019

How do you choose the best insulin for you from among the different varieties available? Learn about insulin types from a Certified Diabetes Educator Amy Campbell… Read More “Insulin Types: Which Is Better for You?”

Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Treatment | What’s the Best Hospital for Diabetes?

Updated January 1, 1970

The 10 best hosptials for diabetes and endocrinology are ranked by the level of care they provide for diabetes. Learn more about them here… Read More “Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Treatment | What’s the Best Hospital for Diabetes?”

Why Do I Need Insulin Injections? Tips to Get Over Your Fears

Published August 28, 2019

Being told that you have type 1 diabetes can be a blow and being told that you must inject insulin to stay alive can be equally as difficult. But there are ways you can address your fears. Try these expert tips… Read More “Why Do I Need Insulin Injections? Tips to Get Over Your Fears”

Metformin Linked to Lower Risk of Asthma Attacks

Published August 27, 2019

Using metformin may lower the risk for asthma attacks in people with both diabetes and asthma, according to a new study in the journal Annals of the American Thoracic Society… Read More “Metformin Linked to Lower Risk of Asthma Attacks”

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