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August 7, 2012

Community, Health

Diabetes Corner: Blood Glucose Testing

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For anyone living with diabetes, testing blood sugar levels is likely a part of their day to day routine. When you test, do you know Continue Reading →

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Diabetes Corner: Healthy School Lunches

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It’s hard to believe it’s back to school time already! For many of us summer is a great time to sleep in, head to the Continue Reading →

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Diabetes Corner: Physical Activity and Diabetes

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It is no secret that physical activity is important in both preventing and managing diabetes, but why and how are the questions that are often Continue Reading →

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Diabetes Corner: Diabetes & Hypertension

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Hypertension or high blood pressure is a common problem for people living with diabetes, in fact 62.8% of adults with diabetes also have hypertension and Continue Reading →

Education, Health

Diabetes Corner: Physical Activity and Your Brain

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I don’t think any of us need to be told that physical activity is good for us. I am careful not to say exercise here, Continue Reading →

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Diabetes Corner: Diabetes Myths…

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Get the Facts! There are many myths and misconceptions about diabetes. The best and most trusted source of information comes from your health care team Continue Reading →

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Diabetes Corner: Summer Tips for Diabetes

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Hot Weather Did you know that hot temperatures (above 26°C) and humidity can affect your diabetes medication, testing supplies and blood sugar levels? Here are Continue Reading →

Community, Education, Health, Sports

Diabetes Corner: Move it, move it

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Just Move It! May is Physical Fitness and Sports Month Being active daily can make a big difference in your quality of life. It not Continue Reading →

Education, Health

Diabetes Corner: SLASH THE SALT!

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Reducing our sodium (salt) intake is important to help keep our blood pressure at a healthy level. If you’re living with diabetes, maintaining a healthy Continue Reading →