Type 2 diabetes and overweight or obesity commonly occur together. In Canada, two-thirds of all adults are overweight or obese, making overweight and obesity the most common chronic conditions in the country.
Living Well With Diabetes -Articles
Continuous glucose monitoring: seeing is believing
Can you guess the exact weight of something without a scale? The same applies to guessing what your glucose (sugar) level might be at any given time of the day. However, continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices make the invisible, visible.
Recommended vaccines for people with diabetes
Vaccines are an important way for everyone to stay healthy. They decrease the risk of getting sick, and if you do get sick the illness will be less severe. Vaccines are especially important for people with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes
What’s the difference between A1C and blood sugar?
The terms A1C and blood sugar are frequently used when talking about diabetes. But what is the difference between A1C and blood sugar, and how do they relate?
Holiday stress & blood sugar: finding balance
The holidays are often called “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for many people living with diabetes, they can also be one of the most stressful.
What are insulin pumps and how do they work for diabetes management?
Insulin pumps have been available in Canada for the treatment of diabetes since the 1980’s. For some people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, insulin pumps may be a welcome alternative to needles or pens.
