Amy Mascolo-Palmer, MSHA

Administrator for the Diabetes Coalition of York County

Amy Mascolo-Palmer, MSHA

The History of Diabetes: From Ancient Discoveries to Modern-Day Innovations

As someone who enjoys learning more about diabetes and the many ways we can improve health and well-being, I had fun doing a little research for this article! It is amazing to look back at the discoveries and medical advancements that have transformed the lives of individuals living with diabetes. Thousands of years ago, a

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Don’t Fear the Numbers: Don’t Let Your Health Become a Ghost Story! 🎃

October is full of spooky surprises, haunted houses, and things that go bump in the night—but your health numbers shouldn’t be one of them! For many people, hearing words like glucose screening, A1C, blood pressure, and cholesterol can feel intimidating. Maybe you are afraid of what the results might say, or perhaps you would rather

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Back-to-School Success Starts with a Diabetes Medical Management Plan

Why Every Child with Type 1 Diabetes Needs One The excitement of a new school year often comes with fresh notebooks, new teachers, and the anticipation of seeing friends again. But if you’re the parent of a child living with Type 1 diabetes, those exciting moments may also come with a long list of questions.

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Putting Your Best Foot Forward for Diabetes Health

When it comes to managing diabetes, we often focus on blood sugar levels, nutrition, and physical activity—but foot health is just as important. In fact, taking care of your feet can help prevent serious complications and keep you moving confidently through your daily life. This April, we’re encouraging everyone to put their best foot forward

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Diabetes, Exercise, And Heart Health

Fuel Your Heart, Feed Your Health 💙 Physical activity. Exercise. Strength training. Cardiovascular fitness. Walking. Jogging. Biking. Hiking. Dancing. Skating. Skiing. Rock climbing. Different words, different activities—but all with one powerful thing in common: they help our bodies get stronger and stay healthier. We know exercise is good for us. But for people living with

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Cardiovascular Disease and Diabetes: Is there a link?

Fuel Your Heart, Feed Your Health People with diabetes are at higher risk for heart disease—but healthy food choices and lifestyle habits can play a powerful role in protecting your heart. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death for people living with diabetes. In fact, people with Type 2 diabetes are more likely to

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No Tricks, All Treats: Smart Diabetes Management for October

October is here, bringing cooler weather, cozy sweaters, and of course—treats everywhere we look. For those living with diabetes, the season can feel full of “tricks” in the form of hidden sugars, tempting sweets, and routines that may get thrown off. But this year, let’s flip the script with our theme: No Tricks, All Treats.

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