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insulin

Patient Story

Navigating the high cost of diabetes medications

Insulin prices have tripled in the last 20 years, and newer drugs are costly–here's how patients can cope.

Enjoy those merry meals—in moderation

There's no reason to stress about your diet at the holidays, even if you have diabetes. A good plan and a bit of mindfulness can help.

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‘I changed everything, cold turkey’

After a diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes, Alan Barchett's commitment to diet and lifestyle change has helped him reclaim his health.

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Rufus, the teaching teddy bear

A cuddly companion guides young patients in helpful lessons about diabetes.

More than an orange

Are you getting enough vitamin C? This vital substance helps ward off disease and promotes proper body function.

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Randy’s game plan

A powerful team approach—patient, doctor, dietitian—helped Randy Remenap get his diabetes and weight gain under control.

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‘A happy place’

Insulin dependent and overwhelmed, MacKenzie Wells took charge of her diabetes and polycystic ovary syndrome—and overhauled her life.

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‘It’s a total God thing’

A Greenville youth takes an unexpected Type 1 diabetes diagnosis in stride.

The ultra-processed path to diabetes

There's a clear link between processed foods and a higher risk of developing diseases such as diabetes, cancer and heart disease.

Is diabetes wearing you down?

The need to constantly manage the disease can lead to physical and mental exhaustion, noted experts who provide great tips to get back on track.

Diabetes—deadlier for women?

Researchers are trying to understand the connection between the condition and coronary heart disease in women.

Sleep apnea linked to blindness risk?

Study: Severe cases of the sleeping disorder are associated with a diabetic eye disease that may lead to vision loss.