Voices of Diabetes
Join the Voices of Diabetes community where people living with diabetes, loved ones, and diabetes educators all share their perspectives on coping with diabetes. Get insight on self-care topics ranging from meal planning tips to ideas for staying active. Discover a vibrant community or submit and share your own strategies for managing diabetes.
If you’re having problems getting insulin and other diabetes needs covered by your insurance, don’t take no for an answer.
I was put on every type of medication in pill form that was possible. I tried different combinations with no favorable results. Then my doctor told me it was time for a change.
I have a big fear of needles, which means lots of anxiety about checking blood sugar. Anyone out there with the same problem who can help?
I lost my job and can’t get medical coverage. What do I do?
My doctor of more than 12 years is leaving the clinic. But I am going to work harder than ever to stay on track.
I think EVERY person with EITHER type of diabetes should test as often as they can.
My blood glucose bounces up and down. What is good today, doesn't work tomorrow. Does anyone else have a similar experience?
I was in between jobs and I could not afford to go to the doctor as much so I had to help myself.
The more I understand this disease the more I can act accordingly. At times I feel like I just want this to go away, but I know it won't and I can't just give up.
Seven years ago, I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and set about to rebuild my life. I thought that I would simply incorporate diabetes into my existing life. Little did I know!
She was so scared and thought at first she did something wrong. She told me she tried to bring me a snack...
I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when I was 12 years old and was forced to quit playing soccer due to its negative effects on my blood sugar.
My co-pays on my medications are so expensive that I can't afford to have them filled. And, I make too much money to get them for free.
You can probably recite the long list of exercise benefits, but as you analyze your busy schedule, you wonder where-oh-where you can fit in the recommended 30 minutes (on most days) of activity.
Since being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes 2 years ago, I have been managing my diabetes with eating right and exercise.
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I have had so many things in my life that I could write 3 best sellers!...But, I refuse to dwell on the adversities.
Time is of the essence. To get the most out of your visits, use these checklists to prepare ahead and be ready for your provider at your appointments.
High blood sugar in the mornings had been tough for me to deal with in the past...I now feel a whole lot better, and my blood sugar in the mornings and before bed is almost normal.
Even though I have days when I don't get out and move, I also have some days when I really surprise myself and push myself to walk...
Diabetes educators…can be a sounding board, coach, or cheerleader; or offer you a shoulder to cry on or hearty pats on the back when you accomplish a goal.
Taking a positive outlook on diabetes and telling myself that I will beat it and not let it beat me helped me a lot.
What it took for me to take control of my diabetes was a simple thing...My HMO changed my physician...He sat me down and told me he wasn't going to allow me to continue to accept having diabetes.
Don’t wait for diabetes burnout to happen! Instead, try to beat diabetes burnout with a few preventive actions.
I see that so many people just feel like giving up...I hope that all of you diabetics out there--young or old, type 1 or type 2--can find hope in this New Year.
I have a few aches and pains, but when I feel bad, I get up and move. It lifts your spirits immediately and also helps keep your blood sugar levels in check.
When I found out that I had diabetes, I was scared--but I got over it. Now I'm trying to cope with staying on course.
I guess I can say that I am refusing to realize what could happen to my body by eating what I am not supposed to eat...I just cannot stop the donuts, candy, cake, pudding, etc.
There was a gentleman in the hospital at the same time that I was...He was almost 50 years older than I was, but we both shared the same anxiety about what the future would hold for us.
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