Born into poverty and raised in a household scarred by abuse, Tyler Perry learned from a young age to find the strength, faith, and ... Read More
Diabetes Learning Center
Tired of Waiting for Lab Results? This A1C Test Gives You Answers in 5 Minutes
For anyone living with diabetes, A1C testing is a key part of managing health. This simple blood test shows average blood sugar levels over ... Read More
This Clinical Trial Reduced Insulin Dependence for Those With Type 1 Diabetes
For millions living with severe type 1 diabetes, the constant vigilance of managing blood sugar and the threat of dangerously low levels, ... Read More
How to Prevent Insulin Resistance and Keep Blood Sugar Levels Steady
Insulin resistance—when your body stops responding to insulin effectively—affects nearly 40% of Americans ages 18 to 44, putting them at ... Read More
10 Times Your Feet Are Telling You Something’s Wrong
It’s estimated that over 80 percent of Americans experience some kind of issue with their feet every year. Unfortunately, most people ignore ... Read More
Why Foamy Urine is a Serious Symptom That Leads to These Diseases
After going to the bathroom, ever look back and see what your urine looks like? Sure, we've all done it from time to time, but what do you ... Read More
“What’d You Say?” 5 Signs Diabetes is Affecting Your Hearing
According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), more than five million Black Americans who are over the age of 20 have diabetes. ... 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
‘Diabetes Distress’: Crucial Warning Signs Every Parent Should Know
Managing a chronic condition like type 1 diabetes is a daily challenge for your child. Beyond the physical health concerns, it's important ... Read More
Mediterranean vs. DASH: Which Diet Will Save Your Heart?
If you have Type 1 diabetes, taking care of your heart is crucial. Recent research has shown that two popular diets, the Mediterranean diet ... Read More
Soul Food and Sugar: 6 Delicious Substitutes for Black Diabetics
It’s called ‘soul’ food for a reason. But did you know all that good feeling may be coming at a serious cost to your health? Despite ... Read More
10 Surprising Causes of Blood Sugar Swings for Black Americans
Whether you're new to managing type 2 diabetes or have been dealing with it for a while, you understand how important it is to keep your ... Read More