Is There a Link Between IBD, Crohn’s Disease, and Diabetes?
People with diabetes are at higher risk of having inflammatory bowel diseases, and vice versa. What links these two chronic health conditions? Both genetics and risk factors are involved.
What's the Link between Diabetes and Arthritis?
50% of adults with diabetes also have some sort of arthritis and vice versa. While common risk factors are involved, the relationship between the two condition is much more complex.
Protect Your Insulin and Save Money: The Essential Benefits of Using an Insulin Vial Protector
Insulin vial protectors are usually made with flexible silicone that provides a bouncing effect on impacts. It prevents insulin vials from shattering when dropped on the floor.
How Long Does an Insulin Vial Last? Storage Tips, Usage Guidelines & Monthly Supply Explained
Insulin vials last until their expiration date if kept on the fridge. Once opened, they only last for a month. How many vials you need per month depends on how much insulin you're using per day.
Missed an Insulin Dose? Symptoms to Watch Out For and What To Do Next
Missing a dose of insulin is stressful, but it happens to everyone with diabetes. Here's what to do when you forget an insulin injection!
How Long Can You Store Prefilled Insulin Syringes?
Prefilling insulin syringes is common practice among diabetes nurses and patients. But is it safe? How to do it properly? How to store your preloaded syringes?
Tips for Hiking with Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes!
Hiking with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes? Check out these essential tips to make sure your hike is safe and enjoyable!
The Ultimate Guide to Traveling with Diabetes: Essential Tips for Packing, Flying, and Managing Your Health on the Go
Essential tips for traveling with diabetes. How to plan, pack, and manage your diabetes during travel. Checklist and pre-departure advice on travel insurance for diabetics. Advice on carrying insulin and navigating TSA regulations with diabetes supplies. And more tips for safe travels with diabetes!
Can You Take Insulin Needles on an Airplane? TSA Rules and Travel Tips
You can take insulin needles on the airplane as long as they are properly packed and declared to TSA. Follow guidelines for storing, labeling, and disposing of needles, and ensure you have necessary documentation for a smooth security process. Learn more here!
How to Shower, Bathe, or Swim Safely with an Insulin Pump: Waterproof Tips for Diabetics
Unless you have a waterproof insulin pump, you must take extra precautions to protect your device from water when showering, bathing, or swimming.
Sleeping Comfortably with an Insulin Pump: Tips to Stay Safe, Tangle-Free, and Well-Rested All Night
How to sleep with an insulin pump? What happens if I roll onto it? What if it unplugs? Will it be comfortable? What if I get tangled up in the tubing or accidentally pull out the infusion set while asleep?
All you Need to Know about Diabetes Camps for Kids & for Adults!
Diabetes day camps, Diabetes summer camps for kids, Family camps, Type 1 youth camps, or Type 2 diabetes boot camps: there's a camp for every diabetic! Everything you need to know to choose the best diabetes camp for you.
