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.
Some people may have side effects from or choose not to take a statin. Let’s looks at some other options in these situations… Read More “Statin Alternatives: Other Medications That Can Lower Cholesterol”
Common questions that frequently pop up for people with diabetes are: Does insulin expire? And can you use your insulin if it’s expired? Read More “Does Insulin Expire?”
A team of international researchers led by Paresh Dandona, MD, PhD, has discovered that type 2 diabetes can often be reversed by raising male patients’ testosterone levels… Read More “Testosterone for Type 2 Diabetes?”
If you have diabetes, taking medication may be part of your daily routine. Let’s take a look at some of the common “mishaps” that can occur… Read More “Common Diabetes Medication Mistakes”
Earlier this year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommended a recall of extended-release (ER) versions of metformin… Read More “Metformin Recall”
Hybrid closed-loop insulin pump systems are great, but you still have to know your stuff. Learn about options on the market and factors to consider… Read More “Hybrid Closed-Loop Insulin Pump Systems”
Don’t let making medication your last resort be the first mistake you make in managing your diabetes… Read More “A Common Diabetes Medication Mistake to Avoid”
You may have heard about CGM at one point or another; maybe you’ve had an opportunity to give it a trial run, or maybe you’ve been able to wear CGM temporarily. Learn about continuous glucose monitoring updates for 2020 and beyond… Read More “Continuous Glucose Monitoring Updates”
