Thanks to new medications and surgical techniques, people are living longer. However, a 35-year-old body will be a very different body than ... Read More
Diabetes
Smart Insulin Pens: Understanding New Technology Options for Diabetes
The introduction of smart insulin pens, which represent a substantial development in the technology currently used to control diabetes, may ... Read More
Have Diabetic Macular Edema? This Clinical Trial Could Be For You
Did you know that diabetes can affect your vision? Diabetic macular edema (DME) is a complication of diabetes that causes swelling in the ... Read More
Parents: 10 Tips For A Diabetes-Friendly Halloween
Halloween is the kickoff to a season of sweet indulgences. For parents of children with diabetes, nothing can be more frightening than a ... Read More
Surge in Ozempic and Wegovy Prescriptions Could Change Public Health As We Know It
Investigators at Cedars-Sinai and other institutions conducted a nationwide, population-based study to identify trends in the use of ... Read More
15 Foods That Help Control Your Blood Sugar
High blood sugar is a person with diabetes' worst enemy because it often means a trip to the hospital. But, some foods you can eat will not ... Read More
Diabetes or Not, Here’s Why You NEED to Know Your Glucose Levels
Glucose is a simple sugar that circulates in your bloodstream and serves as the primary fuel for your body's cells. It is critical for ... Read More
5 Diabetes Care Essentials Every Black Diabetic Needs to Know
When it comes to managing diabetes, five essential strategies take center stage in controlling blood sugar levels and preserving vision. ... Read More
This AI Tool Detects Diabetic Eye Disease Faster in Black Americans
Despite the challenges of living with diabetes, a new AI-driven detection tool can help ease the burden of the disease. Researchers from ... Read More
Common Causes Of High Testosterone In Women
Much like low testosterone levels, high testosterone levels can have a debilitating effect on women. Fatigue, low sex drive, acne, weight ... Read More
The Worst Bread for Your Body
Bread has gotten a bad reputation because of various diet fads: no-carb, gluten-free, paleo, etc. It’s been vilified as the cause for ... Read More
This Diabetes Drug Was “94% Effective” in Clinical Trials—What That Means for Us
Eli Lilly recently announced their new diabetes drug, Zepbound (tirzepatide). This drug brings promising news to both the medical and Black ... Read More
