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What the World Thinks About Diabetes
Each year the World Health Organization (WHO) holds a World Health Day and picks an important theme to highlight. On April 7th, their theme was diabetes and diabetes awareness. (Source: who.int) Did...
Routine Diabetic Eye Exams Can Save Your Sight
Did you know that diabetic retinopathy is the most common cause of vision loss among people with diabetes, and a leading cause of blindness among working-age adults? It is also one of the four...
What Does Your Plate Look Like?
About 33% of adults in the U.S. are obese. And about 17% of kids aged 2 to 19 are obese. That means 1 in 3 adults are at higher risk for hypertension, diabetes, and other health problems. The good...
Why You Need a Colonoscopy
Did you know that March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month? And did you know that colorectal cancer is the nation’s second-leading cause of death from cancer for both women and men? The...
How Hand Washing Reduces Sick Days
Did you know that the average American worker uses more than 10 sick days each year? According to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), washing your hands can reduce respiratory...
When Did You Last Check Your Blood Pressure?
The blood pressure check has become a staple of the annual physical exam, and for many of your other doctor visits as well. That’s because it’s so important. Elevated blood pressure, or...
The Secrets to Lowering Your Cholesterol
If you have high cholesterol, you’re not alone. According to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 73 million adults in the United States have high cholesterol. That’s almost a...
Preventative Care for Patients with Diabetes: Controlled Blood Sugar
Controlling blood sugar levels is paramount in managing your diabetes. Knowing what causes your blood sugar levels to rise or fall helps you make decisions about the kinds of food you eat and the...
Preventative Care for Patients with Diabetes: Eye Exams
Did you know that people with diabetes are 40% more likely to develop glaucoma, and 60% more likely to develop cataracts? The good news is, patients who receive regular eye exams can often catch...
Preventative Care for Patients with Diabetes: Foot Care
Because diabetes affects your circulation, proper foot care and regular foot exams can help you catch, or prevent, issues before they become severe. The American Diabetes Association recommends you...
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