Waiting at the Doctor’s Office If there’s a professional emergency, like a patient who is extremely sick or a personal emergency, like the physician or her family is ill, most patients are okay with waiting to see their doctor. But if waiting at the doctor’s office occurs on a regular basis, what’s the message? That’s right…the...
Read MoreBe Confident! Face Carb Counting Positively
“Have not seen this example of carbs before. I need to understand more. I am NID type 2 diabetic.” “I have type2 diabetes..I don’t understand too much about carbs..could send me a list of the amounts of carbs in food please…thanks..“ Carbs and carb counting help people with diabetes keep their blood glucose levels under control. But the...
Read MoreNovember Awareness: Diabetic Eye Disease Month [Infographic]
November is Diabetic Eye Disease Month. Two of the most common disorders of eye for diabetics is diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema. The causes of both of these disorders is changes in the small blood vessels that feed the retina. These tiny blood vessels provide oxygen and energy to the cells of the retina. Without necessary nourishment, the...
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The Heart of Healthcare: Family Caregivers
There is a substantial segment of the population working unseen and without pay in the U.S. They are tireless, unsung heroes helping those who may not be able to care for themselves. They are family caregivers. A few surveys have been conducted in recent years to finally document who these people are and what they do. The latest is The National...
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