by Kimberly Houston | October 3, 2017 | General News, Medical
Exercise is critical component of an effective diabetes management plan, yet it poses additional challenges of its own.. To exercise safely and avoid hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), diabetics must monitor their blood sugar before, during and after exercise by testing...
by Bruce Brown | August 17, 2016 | General News, Health, Medical
Type I and Type II diabetics who need to test blood glucose levels daily typically have to take the readings from two to eight times a day. Getting accurate readings, keeping track of readings over time, and sharing the information with caregivers take time and...
by riddhi | August 13, 2015 | Medical
According to International Diabetes Federation, 387 million people had diabetes in 2014 and by 2035 this will rise to 592 million. Other key findings include: 77%of people with diabetes live in low- and middle-income countries 179 million people with diabetes...
by Alfred Poor | May 19, 2015 | Medical
Diabetes impairs the body’s natural ability to regulate blood sugar levels. Glucose is the primary means of transporting energy to different parts of the body, but serious problems can arise if the level gets either too low or too high. Diabetic patients must...