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Signs and symptoms of diabetes – beware – there may not be any!!

Dr. Maureen Clement February 25, 2018 Diabetes Overview Articles, Symptoms of Diabetes

Every week I diagnose people with diabetes who have likely had it for 5 years or more and yet had no idea what was happening to them!

Medications for high blood pressure

Freda Leung October 19, 2016 Other medications

Hypertension is best managed as a triad of healthy eating, increased activities and medications.

Managing the heat wave with diabetes

Dr. Michael Sarin July 11, 2016 Overcoming barriers, Physical Activity

Summer is the season that so many of us look forward to. But hot weather can pose a number of problems for people living with diabetes.

Hypertension and its link to stress

Cheryl Harris-Taylor March 13, 2016 Managing stress, Support

As you have read in previous blogs, hypertension or high blood pressure can contribute to diabetes complications. One factor that can cause hypertension is stress.

Insulin pump coverage in Canada

Diabetes Care February 11, 2015 Insulin, Insulin Pumps

Several provinces in Canada cover the costs of insulin pumps for select groups of people with diabetes. Discover if you are eligible.

Coping with the diagnosis of diabetes in a child

Diabetes Care July 9, 2012 Finding support, Support

The diagnosis of diabetes in a child usually brings a rollercoaster of emotions for parents. Know that this is normal, and that you will adjust over time.