Caring for Wounds When You Have Diabetes

People with diabetes must be extra mindful when caring for cuts, sores, scrapes and blisters. Small wounds can become big health issues.

• How Diabetes Affects the Eyes and Why You Should Get Them Checked

• Symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes

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Talking to Your Child About Diabetes

Learning your child has diabetes is tough. But telling him about her diagnosis can be even more challenging. These tips can make talking to your child easier.

• Caring for the Caregiver

• Children With Diabetes: Is It Safe to Play Sports?

• Meet Your Child's Diabetes Team

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Diabetes and Pregnancy

Keeping your blood sugar near goal can keep you - and your baby - healthy.

• How to Control Your Diabetes During Menopause

• Why Diabetes and Smoking Don't Mix

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Living With an Insulin Pump

Controlling your blood sugar when you have diabetes can be tricky. An insulin pump can help make managing your diabetes easier.

• Insulin and Diabetes: Your Questions Answered

• What Is a Pancreas Transplant?

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Hemoglobin A1C Test (HbA1C): Your Questions Answered

A hemoglobin A1C test shows what your average blood sugar levels have been over the past few months. It can also tell you if your diabetes treatment plan is working.

• Tight Blood Sugar Control: Is It for You?

• Have Diabetes? Prevent High Blood Sugar

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Islet Cell Transplantation for Type 1 Diabetes?

An islet cell transplant may help some people manage their type 1 diabetes. It's still experimental, but it shows promise for the future.

• Making Sense of Medical Studies

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