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As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, November reminds us not only to prepare for the holidays but also to …
The Halloween season is in full swing! While this time of year can be tricky for those living with diabetes or pre-diabetes—thanks …
October is here, bringing cooler weather, cozy sweaters, and of course—treats everywhere we look. For those living with diabetes, the season can …
A change in seasons is a great time to make changes to your diet. We so often think of diet as a …
September is a season of change. The weather cools, routines shift, and for many people, it’s also a time to refocus on …
Happy August, everyone! Can you believe fall is right around the corner? Soon it’ll be time for apple and pumpkin picking, fall …
Starting a new school year is exciting, but if your child was recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, it can also feel …
As a person with Diabetes Type 1, insulin dependent for over 45 years I feel qualified to share some tried and true …
Whether you’re traveling to the beach, the mountains, or your favorite family cabin, vacation is meant to be a time to relax …
Statistically speaking… men are dying six years earlier than women, largely due to preventable health issues. As we mark the 30th anniversary …
Good day! I hope this post finds you well. This month’s topic focuses on Diabetes in Men. Both Type 1 and Type …
Happy May! Not only is May bringing us warmer weather, flowers, and the beginning of produce season, but May is also American …
By Aimee Miller, Minnich’s Pharmacy Diabetes is a serious chronic condition that affects how the body processes glucose (sugar). When the body …
Physical activity has so many benefits, included improved blood glucose control, cardiovascular health, strength, mood boosts, increased energy, socialization and mental wellbeing. …
Move More, Feel Better Movement and staying active is important at any age and for everyone. We all know there are physical …
At the start of the year, we discussed the importance of setting SMART goals for managing diabetes. As we enter March, research shows that …
With spring right around the corner, there is no better time than now to get outside and get some exercise. But after …
Physical Activity. Exercise. Strength-training. Cardiovascular fitness. Jogging. Walking. Biking. Hiking. Rollerblading. Skiing. Skating. Rock climbing. Dancing. All activities that can help our …
The American Heart Association considers diabetes one of the major controllable risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD). In fact, people living with …
Hello again! We’ve talked about vision awareness and the importance of regular checkups and screenings, especially if you have been diagnosed with …
The New Year is a perfect time to set goals and embrace positive lifestyle changes, especially for those managing diabetes. The SMART …
So the holidays are supposed to be a time of peace, love, light, family and friends… Yet they often come with hustle …
You may have heard some things about the benefits of consuming whole grains, but what’s all the fuss about? MyPlate.gov recommends that …
The holidays are full of food and cheer. How can you make smart choices on what you drink so your blood sugar …
With Halloween now upon us, it can be hard for those with diabetes to fully enjoy the festivities. That said, here are …
By Amy DeMay, Administrator You go for your annual lab work and then get word from your doctor that he wants to …
Well Folks! It’s Fall again – apple and pumpkin picking, Fall Fests and hayrides! Fall also means back to school for the …
By Amy DeMay, MSHA, Coalition Administrator Your child has been complaining of being very tired all of the time; in fact, there …
Diabetes Distress When someone has a diagnosis of diabetes, they know that there isn’t any vacation from diabetes. A person needs to …
When traveling on the road it can be hard to eat healthy all the time, especially with dining options. However, with a …
What is Summer without a vacation or a road trip of sorts… maybe some time at the beach, or maybe a cabin …
Diabetes can bring a variety of complications, including some challenges with one’s feet. Nerve damage and poor circulation can lead to a …
By Ronald Bollinger A member of the Diabetes Coalition recently mentioned a theme of Knowledge is Power. I along with other …
The Standards of Care in Diabetes by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) is released every year for healthcare professionals for guidance of …
1.4 million people will be diagnosed with diabetes this year. How do we know if we are at risk? Type 1 and …
By Kyle Almoney ACE Certified Personal Trainer One of the common problems I run into when working with people that are looking …
By Karen Carrier| Food, Families, and Communities Educator with Penn State Extension You may have heard the saying “Eat the Rainbow,” but …
With spring now in the air, there is no better time than to get outdoors after the long winter than now! Being …
Green beans have been a staple of the human diet dating back to Mesoamerica, where they were first cultivated by indigenous peoples. …
Lions Clubs International was challenged by Helen Keller in the 1920’s to become the Knights of the Blind, and ever since then …
Over 100 years ago Dr. Fred Banting and his colleagues found a way to make insulin into an injectable form. In 2016, …
February is the time of the year where spring is just around the corner, and while winter still might be hanging around …
Proper hydration is important for people of all ages, whether or not they live with a chronic disease like diabetes. Proper hydration …
As a Diabetes Care and Education Specialist in a rehabilitation hospital, our Diabetes Interdisciplinary team strives to prevent hypoglycemia. Hypoglycemia occurs when …
Have you noticed a difference in your skin since your diabetes diagnosis? Long-term, uncontrolled high blood sugar can lead to many complications. …
How to learn about healthy eating One of the biggest challenges diabetics face is healthy eating. Whether one is new to diabetes …
If you have diabetes, you’re likely no stranger to the ways it can affect your entire system. Proper management of your disease requires a …
Prediabetes According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “96 million Americans have prediabetes and an even more troubling fact is …
There is more to diabetes than just the day-to-day things—eating healthy, exercising, taking our medications, and testing our blood glucose. Those living …
Emotions and diabetes Have you ever noticed when you’re feeling stressed that your blood sugar goes up? If so, you’re not alone. …
As a diabetes educator in an inpatient hospital, my diabetic patients have been asking me about the “meter in the arm.” These …