If you have had gastric bypass surgery, it is important to wear a gastric bypass medical ID to alert EMTs or first responders to your surgery.
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Managing Type 2 Diabetes
Control Type 2 Diabetes and live well managing it. There are many things you can do to improve your wellbeing with Diabetes Type 2 – read our tips here!
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Type 1 vs Type 2 Diabetes
Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes are very different diagnoses. Learn about what each type means, the differences, similarities, causes and more here.
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September is National Yoga Awareness Month!
September brings many things. The kids are back at school. Fall arrives, and the weather starts to turn cooler. September also means that it’s National Yoga Awareness Month! National Yoga Month got its start back in 2008, when the Department of Health and Human Services made it a national observance. The goal of this campaign
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Healthy Heart Checkups
At your wellness visits, it is often your doctor who is the one asking all of the questions, and you are the one providing responses. However, it is not only acceptable, but expected that today’s patients take a pro-active stance and ask some questions of your own. In particular, when it comes to your heart health being proactive
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Creating Classroom and Nurse’s Office Kits for Kids With Type 1, Allergies & More
It’s that time of year again. Children are decked out in brand-new clothes, their backpacks filled with fresh school supplies, heading back to school. Many children are excited, some are nervous, most are a bit of both. If you have a child with Type 1 diabetes, food allergies, or other chronic health conditions or medical
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5 Things You Need For Your Beach Day
Summer is, of course, prime beach weather. It’s time to pack your beach bag and enjoy the sun, the sand, and the water. As tempting as it is to just drop everything and go, a little bit of preparation is important. Before you head to the sandy shores, here are 5 essentials you need in order to
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Type 1 In The Sun
Summer is often one of the most anticipated seasons of the year. It’s finally time to spend your days outdoors, enjoying the warm weather and sunshine. Of course we all need to take appropriate measures to stay safe in the summer by protecting ourselves from heat, sun, stinging insects, and other outdoor-related safety risks. For those
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5 Tips for Choosing (and Using!) the Right Sunscreen
With summer in full swing, it’s time for fun in the sun! No matter if you are planning to make a trip to the beach or spend the afternoon in your own backyard, it is important that you take measures to protect your skin. Sunscreen use is essential for everyone, regardless of skin tone or photosensitivity. It