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Glucose Monitors for Diabetes

I’m Marcia Malone, I'm a nurse practitioner, and I work with patients specifically in diabetes focused care. Today, I was ...

Road Tripping with Diabetes? Plan for a Smooth Ride!

Road trips are a fun way to change up your scenery—but when you have diabetes, it’s important to hit the road with a plan.

Merry or Meltdown? Holiday Break Tips for Families

Winter break from school can pose challenges for families while parents juggle work, screen time and managing expectations.

Bariatric Surgery Benefits Add Up for Type 2 Diabetics

If you have type 2 diabetes and you’re overweight or obese, it might seem like your life revolves around the ...

Bloated, Constipated or Worse? It Might Be Diverticulitis

It’s easy to take your digestive system for granted, until something goes wrong. In fact, a lot goes on undetected ...

Inside Bariatric Surgery: Answers to Your Questions

If you’re considering bariatric surgery, you probably have a lot of questions. Since weight loss surgery is typically considered a ...

It’s for Real: Adult ADHD Myths and Facts

Feeling overly scattered or disorganized? Do you find yourself struggling with completing tasks, remaining focused on your responsibilities, and/or unable ...

Psychological Evaluation Before Bariatric Surgery: An Important and Helpful Step

Bariatric surgery is life-changing and requires personal effort to be successful. Those who choose this approach to weight loss have ...

6 Ways to Avoid Toxic Positivity: Why “Looking on the Bright Side” Isn’t Always a Good Thing

No matter who you are, at some point, you will face adversity and likely even tragedy within your life. All ...

Therapies for Parkinson's Disease Patients

Parkinson’s disease can affect many aspects of daily living. Common symptoms include a shuffling walking pattern, poor posture, decreased balance ...

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