Gvoke HypoPen, a prefilled glucagon rescue pen, has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of severe hypoglycemia …
Low Blood Glucose
Having a low blood sugar is cause for concern. Get guidance on identifying the warning signs, learn how to recognize and react to hypoglycemia and more.
FDA Approves Baqsimi, First Nasal Glucagon
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Baqsimi, the first nasal glucagon for treatment of severe hypoglycemia… Read More “FDA Approves Baqsimi, First Nasal Glucagon”
Lower Hypoglycemia Risk in Type 1 Diabetes Seen With Higher C-Peptide Levels
Maintaining some insulin production may help people with type 1 diabetes avoid dangerously low blood glucose, according to a new study… Read More “Lower Hypoglycemia Risk in Type 1 Diabetes Seen With Higher C-Peptide Levels”
Recognizing and Responding to Diabetic Emergencies
One important aspect of caring for your diabetes is learning about and being prepared for diabetic emergencies, should they ever occur. Read about severe hypoglycemia, diabetic ketoacidosis, and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic nonketotic syndrome and how to respond… Read More “Recognizing and Responding to Diabetic Emergencies”
Hypoglycemia — What Your Inner Circle Needs to Know
We need to make sure those closest to us understand how diabetes really works so that they can provide assistance when we have hypoglycemia… Read More “Hypoglycemia — What Your Inner Circle Needs to Know”
Managing Blood Sugar Lows
I didn’t chose to have diabetes, but I can choose how I live with it. Part of this responsibility is avoiding low blood sugars… Read More “Managing Blood Sugar Lows”
Blood Sugar, Emotions
We like to think we’re in charge of our feelings, that we react appropriately to what the world brings us. But do we? Blood sugar changes may have more control over our feelings than we think… Read More “Blood Sugar, Emotions”
Controlling the Dawn Phenomenon
Do you wake up with a blood glucose level that’s higher than when you went to bed? You might wonder how this could be. Is this “dawn phenomenon” serious?
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Hypoglycemia at Work: You’re Scaring the Customers!
I thought I would ask readers to share your experiences of hypoglycemia at work and how low blood glucose has messed with you on the job… Read More “Hypoglycemia at Work: You’re Scaring the Customers!”
Fear of Hypoglycemia
A new study finds that fear of hypoglycemia leads to worse diabetes-related outcomes in the short term. Can you be too concerned about avoiding low blood glucose levels? Read More “Fear of Hypoglycemia”
