Diabetes information, education and resources

If you have type 2 diabetes, you may have a weakened immune system. Learn some simple steps you can take to preserve your health.

By Leah DiPlacido | July 24, 2012

For individuals with diabetes, it is important to be aware of the various types of skin disorders that can arise because of the disease. Early diagnosis and treatment is vital. Keep reading to learn more about six common diabetes skin disorders.

By Leah DiPlacido | July 20, 2012

Recent studies have found that women with type 2 diabetes are at greater risk of suffering from urinary incontinence. However, it can be treated. Find out how.

By Leah DiPlacido | July 17, 2012

Mononeuropathy--damage to a single nerve--sometimes occurs in individuals with diabetes. Learn more about mononeuropathy and how it causes diplopia.

July 16, 2012

It seems like a new glucose meter hits the market each week, all with the latest bells and whistles. With such a jammed marketplace, making a decision about your glucose meter can be difficult. Download this guide to glucose meters today to get a better understanding of where to start.

By DiabetesMonitor Staff | February 29, 2012

Continuous glucose monitoring systems (CGMS) are convenient and help you to identify trends in your blood sugars. Download this guide to learn about the benefits of CGMS and get information about models on the market today.

By DiabetesMonitor Staff | February 29, 2012

Knowledge is power when it comes to diabetes--both type 1 and type 2. Download our guide to diabetes to get an overview of diabetes, learn about its complications, get tips on good management techniques and more.

By DiabetesMonitor Staff | February 29, 2012

Insulin pens are convenient insulin delivery devices. But, do you know about the different types (prefilled versus durable)? Do you know about the different types of insulin? Download our guide to insulin pens today to get inside information on all things insulin pens.

By DiabetesMonitor Staff | February 29, 2012

A new study published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine found that patients taking GLP-1 therapy drugs, such as Januvia and Byetta, were at twice the risk of developing pancreatitis.

By Nicholas Charles | March 11, 2013

A new study revealed the heart drug Ranexa may reduce chest pain in individuals with type 2 diabetes, and may even have glucose-lowering potential. Learn more.

By Nicholas Charles | March 11, 2013

Japan's health regulator has approved Novo Nordisk's latest combination drug to treat diabetes. Ryzodeg combines long-acting insulin, Tresiba, with its rapid-acting insulin, NovoRapid.

By Aimee Hosler | February 20, 2013

Poxel SA announced it has raised $17 million of Series B funding to advance development and testing of an experimental new class of oral anti-diabetic drugs called Glimins.

By Aimee Hosler | January 25, 2013

The FDA rejected applications from Novo Nordisk to market its two new insulin products, Tresiba and Ryzodeg. The FDA wants the pharma company to complete a new cardiovascular study about the safety of the drugs.

By Aimee Hosler | March 05, 2013

If you have diabetes, you may have encountered situations or conversations that made you feel ashamed for having diabetes. Diabetes, especially type 2 diabetes, still carries a stigma, a stigma we need to address.

By Amy Stockwell Mercer | March 04, 2013

A 2012 study published in the journal Neurology found a relationship between high, but normal blood sugar levels, and loss of brain function. This type of function is commonly found in dementia-related diseases, such as Alzheimer's.

By Doresa Banning | March 01, 2013

Women with a history of breast cancer are at higher risk of developing diabetes, according to a new study published in the journal Diabetologia.

By Doresa Banning | February 13, 2013

Omada Health recently launched Prevent, an online, 16-week program designed to help participants lose weight and avoid diabetes. Learn more about Omada Health and the Prevent program.

By Aimee Hosler | January 29, 2013

A recent study revealed that heart risks seen in individuals with patients are similar to the heart risks associated with obstructive sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea can increase the risk of heart attack, high blood pressure, heart failure and more.

By Doresa Banning | January 18, 2013

Ford is working with medical professionals and other companies to research and develop a series of health apps that would work while in a car. These apps are aimed at helping consumers manage their health in real-time, even when behind the wheel of their car.

By Doresa Banning | January 11, 2013

A recent study published in the journal Science Translational Medicine discovered that individuals who experience erratic, irregular or sporadic sleep are at a increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

By Doresa Banning | November 16, 2012