Researchers at Lapeyronie Hospital in Montpellier, France have studied the 7 cases of complications, out of 40 patients treated there with programmable implantable insulin pumps. Based on their study, they recommend that exercise should be limited to moderate exertion, and …
Where Is The HbA1c?
What the Papanececolaou (PAP) test did for preventing cancer in women the test for glyosylated hemoglobin A1c can do for controlling diabetes.
The A1c blood test provides an overall view of diabetes control. The A1c is able to do this …
Letters to the Editor
Don’t Forget Alabama
I have a 12 year old daughter who has had diabetes since Sept. ’91. She does really well and has a good positive attitude. We try to keep up with all the latest information.
I noticed in …
Diabetes Educator of the Month: Evelyne Fleury-Milfort
Evelyne Fleury-Milfort, RN, MSN, CDE, FNP, is a diabetes nurse educator in Los Angeles, California. She works at the University of Southern California University Hospital and at a low-income clinic.
DIABETES HEALTH: How long have you been involved with diabetes …
Does Caffeine Lower Or Raise Your Blood
Q: Does caffeine lower or raise your blood sugar?
Cheryl Russal
Bethel Park, PA
A: Caffeine by itself has variable effects on blood sugar. In a recent review of some of the medical literature, there was not a profound effect …
Q & A Answer About Weight Training And Diabetes?
Q: I am going on 58 years old and have had diabetes since 1980. Initially I weighed 127 at 5′ 8″. I was unusual in that I was not overweight. The first 8 years my control was micronase and jogging …
Are You Utilizing The Services Of Your Pharmacy?
Your pharmacist and his staff screen a new prescription for errors, then enter the data into the computer. If a problem is noted the pharmacist will contact your physician. The prescription is dispensed to you and a face-to-face counseling session …
Your Feet: What Can You Do About Neuropathy?
Q: I’ve been told that I have diabetic neuropathy. What is that and what can I do about it?
A: Diabetic neuropathy is a disorder of the nerves that is a common complication of diabetes. The symptoms of neuropathy include …
Letters to the Editor
Looking For A Friend
Thanks for reminding me about renewing my subscription to DIABETES HEALTH I enjoy the paper and would hate to miss a copy. Being somewhat isolated, I especially look forward to your informative articles on diabetes, and …
Which Glucose Meter Should I Buy?
Q: I’d like to buy a new meter to test my blood sugar and don’t know which one is best. How do I decide which meter to buy?
A: First of all, let us set the record straight! There is …
