Diabetes Facts

World Diabetes Day (WDD) was established in 1991 by the International Diabetes Federation and the World Health Organization. The United Nations passed Resolution 61/225 in 2006 recognizing World Diabetes Day…

Our favorite month has finally come. Do you know why November is special for people with diabetes? Because November is Diabetes Awareness Month! Each year, the 14th of November marks the…

When it comes to drinking alcohol and having type 1 diabetes, people should be particularly cautious. It can make some of the complications of diabetes worse. First of all, drinking…

Yes, if you have diabetes and if you have high blood sugar levels for a long time (hyperglycemia), it can cause some serious feet complications. Even ordinary problems can get…

Today people with diabetes celebrate World Diabetes Day. It is internationally recognized and is an official United Nations Day and it takes place on the 14th of November every year. It has…

People who have diabetes always wonder what is the connection between diabetes and sleep. Yes, there is a connection between them. It can affect our blood sugar levels, as well…

One of the diabetes complications that may affect our eyes is diabetic retinopathy. This happens when high blood sugar levels cause damage to blood vessels in the retina. The retina detects light and…

There are many facts about diabetes we should be familiar with. In addition, read the following 20 interesting facts about diabetes: Experts report that diabetes decreases life expectancy by five to 10 years. Men…

Hyperglycemia is the technical term for high blood glucose (blood sugar). It describes an abnormally high blood glucose (blood sugar) level. However, normal ranges for blood glucose measurements can vary slightly: For example: What causes hyperglycemia? In…

Hypoglycemia also called low blood glucose or low blood sugar occurs when the level of glucose in your blood drops below normal. It occurs when blood glucose levels fall below 4 mmol/L…