Everyone needs support at some point in their lives, and people with diabetes are no exception. The burden of living with – and managing – your condition can sometimes seem overwhelming. There are lots of places you can seek support (including support groups), and lots of activities you can participate in to ensure that you feel supported.
Living Well With Diabetes -Articles
Laughter is the best medicine!
It may seem obvious why we laugh because something is funny! but laughter isn’t just a quick pick-me-up. It also has a number of beneficial short- and long-term physical effects.
Avoiding weight gain when you start insulin
Insulin is often associated with weight gain, but that doesn’t always have to be the case. Read here for tips on avoiding weight gain after starting insulin.
Glucose control – let’s talk about it!
First of all, how important is your glucose control early in your diabetes? The short answer is very. Is it easy? Not really.
Birth control and diabetes
Birth control is an important issue for a woman with diabetes, as there are greater risks to the woman and her baby if the pregnancy is unplanned. Knowing the options and choosing the best birth control method is critical to ensure good reproductive health.
Driving and diabetes guidelines 2018: what do you need to know?
For most Canadians, driving is an essential part of daily living, in both their personal and professional lives. If you have diabetes, there are some things you should consider
