Flip the Excuse
A Healthier You
November 19, 2019
Contributor: Dr. Staci-Marie Norman, PharmD, CDE
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Contributor: Dr. Staci-Marie Norman, PharmD, CDE
Contributor: Dr. Staci-Marie Norman, PharmD, CDE
As I sit writing this article, I can hardly believe we are well into fall and heading into the holiday seasons. Before you start celebrating, I want to remind you that November is Diabetes Awareness Month and a good time to take stock of your health before plunging headlong into a new year!
Contributor: Dr. Staci-Marie Norman, PharmD, CDE
Contributor: Dr. Staci-Marie Norman, PharmD, CDE
This month I want to talk to you about the best thing since sliced bread - continuous blood glucose monitoring! I know you are probably saying “Really? Best thing since sliced bread?” so let me give you the back story for this proclamation.
Contributor: Dr. Staci-Marie Norman, PharmD, CDE
Contributor: Dr. Staci-Marie Norman, PharmD, CDE
Contributor: Dr. Staci-Marie Norman, PharmD, CDE
Contributor: Dr. Staci-Marie Norman, PharmD, CDE
Whether you’ve just been diagnosed with diabetes or you’ve had it your whole life, it’s always important to keep up with the latest information. A great resource and often a hidden gem for unanswered questions is your pharmacist. Here are some questions that you can ask your pharmacist – and answers – to get you started!
When flu season hits, it can affect anyone, but those living with diabetes are faced with an increased risk of flu-related problems due to an already weakened immune system. With a weaker immune system, it becomes harder for your body to fight the flu virus, which can lead to a rise in your blood glucose and prevent you from eating properly. You are also at a higher risk of flu-related complications like pneumonia.