Living with diabetes can be a daunting challenge, both for those diagnosed and their loved ones. However, adopting a comprehensive approach to diabetes management can significantly improve the quality of life for patients. Let’s discuss the approach a family practice physician takes from the moment of diagnosis and how it evolves to encompass emotional, family,
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A Comprehensive Guide to Managing Type 1 Diabetes in Primary Care
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease affecting millions of American adults and children. It develops when the body does not produce enough insulin, the hormone which regulates blood glucose levels. In primary care settings, providers deliver the assessments, treatments and education patients need to manage type 1 diabetes and live well with diabetes. Here
read more »The Silent Threat: Prediabetes and the Crucial Role of Primary Care
Prediabetes is a silent but significant health risk that affects approximately 98 million adults in the United States alone. Often unnoticed and undiagnosed, prediabetes acts as a precursor to type 2 diabetes, a lifelong condition that causes raised blood glucose (sugar) levels. The condition can often be effectively managed with timely intervention and the proper
read more »Breaking Down Diabetes Mellitus: A Primary Care Perspective on Prevention and Treatment
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease that affects people all over the world. The condition can be life-altering and even life-threatening if not managed properly. Here, we will explore the important role that your primary care practitioner plays in the prevention, management, and treatment of diabetes, and offer tips to help you find an expert
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About one in ten people living in the United States have diagnosable diabetes. While most of these individuals have adult-onset, or type-2 diabetes, both type 1 and type 2 diabetics must watch their diets to keep their blood glucose levels within a normal range. If you’d like to know what you should and shouldn’t eat
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Diabetes is a problem with how your body converts the sugar in what you eat into energy you can use. When the sugar is not properly used as fuel by your body, it builds up in your blood – which can be a very serious problem. Over time, if not properly controlled, diabetes can damage
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