Category Archives: Life with Diabetes

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Looking Out for Women’s Health

Posted on May 14, 2013 by
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Mother’s Day kicked off National Women’s Health Week, an effort to empower women to make their health a priority and encourage them to take steps to improve their physical and mental health and lower their risks of certain diseases, including diabetes. Let’s take a quick look at what makes women so special when it comes to diabetes. Continue reading →

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Drive to Stop Diabetes

Posted on May 9, 2013 by
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The American Diabetes Association has teamed up with NASCAR’s Ryan Reed for the Drive to Stop Diabetes℠ awareness campaign! Continue reading →

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Stay on Track with Exercise!

Posted on May 8, 2013 by
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Exercise doesn’t necessarily mean running a marathon or bench-pressing 300 pounds. The key is to start slow—soon, momentum will follow. Follow these tips to get moving and stay on track! Continue reading →

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Mari Ruddy: Cycling to Stop Diabetes

Posted on April 30, 2013 by
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In 2006, Mari Ruddy rode in her local Tour de Cure and wondered, “Where are all the riders with diabetes?” That’s how the Red Riders program was born. Continue reading →

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Why I Ride to Stop Diabetes: Nick Cozzi

Posted on April 19, 2013 by
Red Rider Nick Cozzi

This Red Rider caught our attention when he posted a YouTube video about his training for an upcoming Chicago-area Tour de Cure! Learn why Nick Cozzi rides to Stop Diabetes — for himself, and for others. Continue reading →

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Our New Book with JDRF Focuses on Care for People with Type 1 Diabetes

Posted on April 16, 2013 by
The American Diabetes Association/JDRF Type 1 Diabetes Sourcebook

The American Diabetes Association and JDRF have joined forces to identify what is known—and unknown—about diagnosing and treating type 1 diabetes from birth to senior years. Continue reading →

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Take These Steps to Care for Your Feet

Posted on April 3, 2013 by
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This month is Limb Loss Awareness Month, so it’s a good time to discuss simple steps people with diabetes can take to keep their feet healthy and prevent amputations. Continue reading →

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