Include a Type 1 Diabetes Screening Conversation at Your Child’s Next Annual Doctor’s Visit: Here’s Why
Every year, there are an estimated 27,000 newly diagnosed youth cases of type 1 diabetes in the United States alone.
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Protect Yourself Against Pneumococcal Pneumonia and Invasive Pneumococcal Disease this National Diabetes Month
November is National Diabetes Month, which serves as an important reminder to not only rally around those affected by this disease.
Health is Wealth: Empowering Our Community to Combat Diabetes with Compassion and Action
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and It is time to reclaim it for ourselves, our families, and our community.
The ABCs of Type 1 Diabetes Screening and Testing
Here are the “ABCs” of some of the screenings and tests currently available for type 1 diabetes.
Diabetes and Your Feet: What You Need to Know
Surgeons share some important insights into preventing foot ulcers associated with diabetes.
Why Early Detection is So Important for Type 1 Diabetes
Although type 1 diabetes was long considered a disease that started in childhood or adolescence, nearly half of new T1D diagnoses are among adults.
Understanding the Toll on Adults Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes: New Survey Findings
The impact of a type 1 diabetes diagnosis can extend far beyond just physical health.
Drug Used to Treat Diabetes Now a Weight Loss Miracle but Difficult to Obtain in Black and Brown Communities
In early 2022, Ozempic rose to fame when celebrities who do not suffer from diabetes began publicizing the drugs’ ability to assist in fast acting weight loss.
Living With Diabetes? Why You Need to Pay Attention to Your Feet
Diabetes can impact the body in a number of ways, especially creating potentially serious complications for your feet. “Foot care is a central component of overall diabetes care,” says Bryce Paschold, DPM, FACFAS, a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon and a fellow member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. “Without precautions, even…
Do You Have Undiagnosed Diabetes?
Diabetes is a chronic condition that leads to serious life-threatening complications, however, many people go undiagnosed and are undertreated — a situation being further exposed by the COVID-19 pandemic. For this reason, understanding risk factors, symptoms, and the importance of early diagnosis and action are essential. More than 34 million people in the United States…
What You Should Know About Type 2 Diabetes and Heart Health
When you’re living with type 2 diabetes, there is a lot to think about when it comes to your health. Most people know that eating healthy, staying physically active, and following a prescribed treatment plan are important to successfully manage the disease. What many people may not know is that it’s also important to understand…
Texas Earns D in 2024 March of Dimes Report Card for Preterm Birth Rate of 11.1%, Reflecting Need for Action
March of Dimes released its 2024 Report Card, revealing Texas’ preterm birth rate remains high at 11.1% while health disparities persist among racial and ethnic groups.
Listening to Your Ill-Tuition: 5 Symptoms Women Shouldn’t Ignore
Here are five common symptoms that women tend to dismiss, according to the research, what conditions they may point to and why it’s important to seek timely medical care when your intuition sounds the alarm.
Award-Winning TV Host Sherri Shepherd Setting Stage to Help Protect Her Health
Sherri Shepherd shared her diabetes story and is helping raise awareness about the importance of vaccination.
5 Tips to Help You Choose Your 2025 Health Benefits
Here are a few tips to consider when choosing a plan that may help lead you to better health and cost savings.
7 Reasons Your Feet and Ankles May Be Hurting
Medical experts are reminding everyone that foot and ankle pain is not normal and should be addressed.
Doctors’ Tips for a Healthy and Safe Holiday Season
Doctors advise prioritizing healthy choices during this period, so you can start 2025 on the right foot.
VP Kamala Harris Unveils Agenda for Black Men, Promises Wealth-Building, Opportunity as Election Nears
Harris’ detailed plan appears to offer Black men a vision of leadership, opportunity, and economic empowerment.
Prescription Drug Price Hikes Hit Black Americans Hardest as Biden Pushes for Reform
For many Black and Latino patients, especially those aged 65 and over, the rising costs of prescription drugs are becoming unbearable.
Join the ‘Five for Five’ Campaign this Gynecologic Awareness Month
This Gynecologic and Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, we are encouraging you to spend five minutes to learn more about the risks, symptoms and importance of spreading awareness of gynecologic cancers.