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The Health Challenges of Aging

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Tracking Sheet for Your Diabetes Care Supplies

March 4, 2022 By Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH Leave a Comment

Managing medications can be an overwhelming task, especially when you’re managing type 1 or type 2 diabetes. It’s too easy to get stuck, especially as there are so many different types of diabetes care supplies and medications, including insulin, test strips, CGM sensors, and many more. Losing track of even one item could lead to serious problems […]

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Managing Diabetes Through Diet: Tips for Older Adults

March 2, 2022 By Maria Hills Leave a Comment

Diabetes is a serious issue throughout the United States, one that can lead to many health complications. Choosing healthy foods for diabetic seniors won’t reverse diabetes overnight. Still, it can decrease your risk of diabetic complications or even diabetes itself. Can Food Cure or Prevent Diabetes? It’s easy to get caught up in the fads […]

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Are Egg Noodles Good For Diabetes?

January 28, 2022 By Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH Leave a Comment

There’s little doubt that diet is important. The foods you eat and don’t eat impact your health in endless ways, influencing your risk of obesity, diabetes, and many other conditions. For people with type 2 diabetes, dietary decisions are even more critical. To manage your condition well, you need to look for foods that will […]

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How To Protect Your Vision When You Have Diabetes

January 12, 2022 By Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH Leave a Comment

About 29.2% of Americans aged 65 and older are living with diabetes. While many understand that diabetes means you need to keep track of your insulin and blood sugar levels, they don’t know that this disease affects other aspects of your health. Whether you are a caregiver to someone with diabetes and want to know […]

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Dr. Scholl’s Diabetic Socks Review

January 5, 2022 By Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH Leave a Comment

There’s a reason why persons with diabetes require daily foot check-ups at home, and at least twice per year by their doctor, or sooner if they notice a problem. These checkups are an essential part of diabetes care that can keep them mobile for as long as possible. Poor blood flow and nerve damage can […]

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5 Tips for Dementia Caregiving in the Holidays

December 20, 2021 By Cassie Greenfield, MSc Leave a Comment

At the best of times, the holidays involves a considerable amount of stress. This is even more significant if you are caring for a person with dementia. So, this post considers some ways to make sure the holidays turn out well.

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