Type 1 diabetes occurs when the body's immune system destroys cells in the pancreas that produce insulin, which is needed to convert sugar (glucose) from food into energy for most of the body’s cells.

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Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas that faciliates glucose uptake into the body's cells. Most insulin is taken by injection or through a pump. SGLT-2 inhibitors are a type of oral medication ...

SGLT-2 inhibitors are a type of oral medication that people with type 2 diabetes can use to lower blood sugar levels. How do SGLT-2 inhibitors work to lower blood sugar As our kidneys filter our blood ...

Hypoglycemia refers to low blood sugar levels. A blood sugar level below 70 mg/dl (3.9 mmol/L) is typically considered hypoglycemia, and you will likely experience symptoms when your blood sugar dips ...

Gestational diabetes (also called GDM) occurs when unusually high blood sugar levels develop during pregnancy, which can cause health complications for the mother and the fetus. Gestational diabetes ...

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Understanding the percentage of time a person spends with their blood glucose in a target range can help those with diabetes live a better life. What exactly is time in range, and why does it matter?

Blood glucose meters measure and display a person’s blood sugar level at a single moment in time. If you have diabetes or prediabetes, you will need a blood glucose meter (BGM), a portable medical ...

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Careful blood sugar management can help people with diabetes or prediabetes feel better and prevent further health challenges. Understanding the percentage of time a person spends with their blood ...