Stigma arises out of the attitudes, beliefs and assumptions made about those with diabetes by people without diabetes that are part of societal norms.
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Transitioning from pediatric to adult care
Transitioning from a pediatrics diabetes program to an adult diabetes program can be exciting and also an unknown, which can be scary for the 18 year old and their parents or caregiver.
Dining out with diabetes
Dining out with diabetes can be a challenging but manageable experience. It requires a bit of planning, mindful choices, and sometimes a bit of assertiveness. Here are some strategies and tips to help make dining out with diabetes both enjoyable and healthful.
Type 2 diabetes prevention programs in Canada
If you are at risk for diabetes or are living with prediabetes, a diabetes prevention program can provide you with valuable information about how to prevent it.
Keeping a food journal can help you lose weight in the new year
A new year often brings new resolutions. For many, a New Year resolution is to lose weight. For some, this resolution is made annually, with little success.
Diabetes, heart disease and stroke – the important connection you need to know about
Heart disease and stroke are common complications of diabetes. In fact, people with diabetes are twice as likely to have a heart attack or stroke than those who don’t have the condition.