Care Collective

Care Collective: Type 2 Diabetes

Treatment

Questions to Ask When Starting a New Type 2 Diabetes Medication
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Questions to Ask When Starting a New Type 2 Diabetes Medication

If your healthcare provider recommends a change in your treatment, bring these questions to your appointment.
How to build your diabetes healthcare team
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How to build your diabetes healthcare team

From registered dietitians to certified diabetes educators, here's how to assemble a diabetes care team.

Diabetes and Heart Disease

The link between type 2 diabetes and heart disease
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The link between type 2 diabetes and heart disease

High blood sugar doesn’t just cause insulin spikes.
4 things to know about diabetic heart disease
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4 things to know about diabetic heart disease

If you have diabetes, you’re at risk of developing the condition.
5 ways to protect your heart when you have diabetes
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5 ways to protect your heart when you have diabetes

Keep your heart healthy with these diabetes-friendly lifestyle changes.

How type 2 diabetes can change the heart
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How type 2 diabetes can change the heart

Learn how type 2 diabetes can lead to damage and changes to the cardiovascular system, including the heart.

Avoiding Complications

Protect your teeth and gums from diabetes
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Protect your teeth and gums from diabetes

Diabetes increases your risk for dental problems. Try these tips for better mouth and overall health.
9 keys to preventing and treating diabetic foot issues
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9 keys to preventing and treating diabetic foot issues

Being proactive can help keep your feet healthy.

5 ways high blood sugar damages the body
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5 ways high blood sugar damages the body

How high blood glucose levels damage the heart, kidneys, eyes and more.

Managing Blood Sugar

6 foods that won’t cause your blood sugar to spike
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6 foods that won’t cause your blood sugar to spike

People living with type 2 diabetes can eat these foods with confidence.

How to test your blood sugar levels at home
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How to test your blood sugar levels at home

Routine testing helps you understand how well you’re managing your condition.
Know your A1C levels for type 2 diabetes
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Know your A1C levels for type 2 diabetes

This simple test can help you keep your diabetes under control.
Simple strategies for preparing a diabetes-friendly meal
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Simple strategies for preparing a diabetes-friendly meal

Follow these simple tips for eating better if you have diabetes.