Contributor: Dr. Rita Kalyani, MD, MHS
In recent decades, the number of people living with diabetes worldwide has surged dramatically. Diabetes is a disease that affects people of diverse backgrounds. The global burden of diabetes refers to the impact of the disease on society as measured by complications rates, early death, financial cost, and other indicators.
Contributor: Frank Lavernia, MD
Thankfully, South Florida was spared a hurricane in 2018. But my thoughts are always on preparation for future years, especially due to obvious climate changes with higher wind and water damage in the last few years. Preparation for these natural disasters cannot begin soon enough, and keeping diabetes medications safe is at the top of the list.
Contributor: Sarit Polsky, MD, MPH
There are many choices/options for contraceptive therapy for women with diabetes. Women can use certain forms of contraception to prevent pregnancy, to reduce painful periods or heavy menstrual bleeding, or to improve symptoms of other medical conditions. Contraceptive methods fall into two main categories: hormonal and non-hormonal.
Contributor: Dr. Rita Kalyani, MD, MHS
Contributor: Frank Lavernia, MD
Contributor: Dr. Rita Kalyani, MD, MHS
Contributor: Dr. Rita Kalyani, MD, MHS
Contributor: Frank Lavernia, MD
Contributor: Dr. Rita Kalyani, MD, MHS
Contributor: Dr. Rita Kalyani, MD, MHS
Most people with diabetes, at some time, experience the symptoms that occur when blood glucose levels fall below normal—a condition known as hypoglycemia. For many people with diabetes, the symptoms of hypoglycemia start to occur at a level of 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) or less, but this level may differ for each person.
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