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 […]
Diabetes
Dr. Scholl’s Diabetic Socks Review
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 […]
The Ultimate Guide to Being a Diabetes Caregiver
Whether you’re a family member to someone with diabetes or are a direct care worker, being a caregiver for a diabetic patient can get overwhelming fast. You may be juggling multiple visits to specialists, constantly taking inventory and restocking a long list of diabetes care supplies, checking lab work results online, or trying to follow […]
The Relationship Between Diabetes and Fall Prevention
Protecting seniors from falls is an important task, but one that can sometimes seem overwhelming. This video focuses on some of the underlying reasons behind falls in seniors and the connection between diabetes and fall prevention.
Caregiver Challenges: How to Help with Diabetes
As a caregiver, learning how to help with the challenges of diabetes can be important