by Pam Durant | May 14, 2018 | Diabetes Articles, Managing Diabetes, Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes
Ramadan and diabetes can be a tricky combination. Since fasting is an important part of this Muslim tradition, it may be difficult for diabetes to take part. If you have diabetes, please be mindful of the special consideration you must take if you intend to fast. Seek medical advice first.
by Pam Durant | Jan 4, 2018 | Managing Diabetes, Pam's Corner, Traveling with Diabetes, Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes
In diabetes management, it’s easy to be swept away by overwhelm. But it is possible to have a Hakuna Matata (no problems!) approach to living with diabetes.
by Pam Durant | Dec 23, 2017 | Diabetes and Young People, Managing Diabetes, Pam's Corner, Parenting and Diabetes
Blood sugar and the holiday season can be stressful for people with diabetes. It’s a time of year when normal eating habits go out the window. How do you handle it?
by Pam Durant | Nov 26, 2017 | Pam's Corner, Parenting and Diabetes, Type 1 Diabetes
A couple of days ago we celebrated American Thanksgiving. Every year, the same 25 or so children and adults come to our home for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Although I am the only one among the group who grew up in America, we are all always very thankful for...
by Pam Durant | Nov 14, 2017 | Diabetes Education, Pam's Corner, Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes
World Diabetes Day is Tuesday, November 14, 2017. Here’s why it’s celebrated on this day. Get out there and defy this disease today!