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- Too many Americans think of diabetes as a minor hindrance, rather than a life-changing disease. You know differently. Show us the true picture of diabetes by sharing your personal image today. For every photo uploaded, American Diabetes Month sponsor CVS will donate $1 to the Association, up to $25,000.
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- In a study by Colgate, 66 percent of respondents were unaware that people with diabetes are twice as likely to develop serious gum disease compared with those who don’t have diabetes. Learn more about the link between oral health and diabetes:
- Have you ordered your holiday cards? All Gift of Hope proceeds benefit research for the nearly 26 million Americans with diabetes.
- Here’s a recipe from Diabetes Forecast Food Editor Robyn Webb that allows you to indulge your occasional taste for a treat! These blueberry-lemon-ginger muffins are baked with sugar swaps and the golden-brown appeal you love. Happy Recipe Wednesday!
- Recipes for Healthy Living is a free nutrition resource from the American Diabetes Association, created to make eating healthy with diabetes easier. Sign up today to get daily access to recipes, meal plans, tips and other tools! http://bit.ly/S1VPQu
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Book a vacation and help Stop Diabetes! The Biggest Loser Resort at Fitness Ridge will donate $200 to the Association for each guest who stays during November, American Diabetes Month. (Standard rate applies.)- What healthy snacks did you have today?
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Our mosaic Image of the Week comes from Jennifer! For her, “A Day in the Life of Diabetes” means “taking good care of myself so I can take even better care of my son (now a happy healthy 3.5 yrs old).” What does it mean to you? Share your photo now!- What is your favorite workout song?
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Motherhood in your future? Whether you have type 1, type 2 or a predisposition for gestational diabetes, take these steps for a healthy pregnancy long before any baby-making begins.- Red Striders are the reason we walk and raise money to Stop Diabetes through our Step Out events. If you have diabetes, be sure to mark the Red Strider box when you register for your local Step Out. You’ll receive a free recognition gift!
Register now! http://bit.ly/RedStrider American Diabetes Association shared a link.
If you’re new to diabetes and cooking for one, then this package is a wonderful resource to start with! We have paired a quick-and-easy cookbook and portion-control travel plate for easy meal planning.- Time for Fact Check Friday! We’re debunking common myths about diabetes each week. Please share this eye-opening fact with everyone you know! To learn more about safety behind the wheel with diabetes, visit http://bit.ly/UTxQBr.
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Cookbooks, weight-loss books, glucose-management guides, meal planners, books on the latest technologies—we try to cover it all. Today on our blog, our Director of Book Publishing, Abe Ogden, answers the top five questions fans have about our books. Have a question for Abe? Ask in the comment section!- Recently diagnosed with type 2? You probably have a lot of questions: Will I have to inject insulin? What foods can I eat? What kind of exercise do I need? Where do I start? Our Living With Type 2 Diabetes program has the answers you need—and it’s free!
- It’s Hispanic Heritage Month and we want you to increase your physical activity! How do you fit exercise into your daily routine?
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Depression is a treatable disease, yet half of people suffering from it are NOT undergoing treatment. People with diabetes are at a greater risk for depression, so why not give yourself a free, anonymous mental health screening? National Depression Screening Day is Oct. 11, so if you feel like you are one of many suffering from depression, take an anonymous screening at:American Diabetes Association shared a link.
Calling all runners, walkers and cyclists! With Bumble Bee Foods’ BeeWell for Life program, you can help raise money for the Association with every mile you cover. You can even earn extra points by completing simple daily challenges and logging your calories consumed. Sign up now to help Stop Diabetes!American Diabetes Association shared a link.
Looking for a healthful side dish? Try this acorn squash recipe while winter squash is at its peak this October. With a kiss of maple syrup, it’s the perfect autumn vegetable. Happy Recipe Wednesday from the kitchens of Diabetes Forecast magazine!- We can't wait to see the PSA Sen. Jeanne Shaheen filmed yesterday with the New England Patriots' Vince Wilfork to help spread the word about stopping diabetes!
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The 2012 Gift of Hope Collection is in and we can't wait to hear your favorite products! All proceeds from Gift of Hope purchases benefit diabetes research, so these great cards and gifts are helping us Stop Diabetes.American Diabetes Association shared a link.
Did you know that people with diabetes are at greater risk of flu complications? Learn how you can stay healthy during the rest of the flu season.American Diabetes Association shared a link.
According to the National Institutes of Health, cultural competency is critical to reducing health inequalities and improving access to high-quality health care that is respectful of and responsive to the needs of diverse communities.
On Oct. 22 and 23, the Association will hold its fifth annual Disparities Partnership Forum to address this need. We’ll be joined by distinguished guest speakers, including actor and entertainer Ben Vereen. Learn more.American Diabetes Association shared a link.
This Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re encouraging people to take steps to Stop Diabetes! It’s so important to know your numbers: blood glucose, blood pressure and cholesterol. Stop Diabetes by getting screened today.American Diabetes Association shared a link.
We’re so inspired by all the photos uploaded to our “A Day in the Life of Diabetes” mosaic! Our Image of the Week comes from Dana, who says “Never let diabetes keep you from your goals!” Help us show the true picture of diabetes – submit your photo today!- Anybody watch Lifetime’s remake of “Steel Magnolias” last night? One of the main characters, Shelby, is portrayed as having type 1 diabetes. The editors of Diabetes Forecast magazine want to know: Do you think they got it right?
- It takes extraordinary effort to live an ordinary life with diabetes. Show us “A Day in the Life of Diabetes” by uploading a personal photo to our American Diabetes Month mosaic! For every image uploaded, sponsor @CVS will donate $1 to the Association, up to $25,000.
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The diabetes world is full of role models championing the cause to Stop Diabetes. Here are 14 remarkable individuals making a difference for people with diabetes we think you should know about:- "Don't count the days, make the days count." - Muhammad Ali
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The “A Day in the Life of Diabetes” campaign is sponsored by CVS/pharmacy’s ExtraCare Advantage for Diabetes savings program exclusively for those living with diabetes and their caregivers. Visit http://www.CVS.com/diabetes to learn more.- Time for another Fact Check Friday, when we debunk common myths about diabetes. Please share these eye-opening facts with everyone you know! To learn more about type 1 diabetes, visit http://bit.ly/UFJO1k.
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A study found grocery shoppers who read nutritional labels while shopping weigh less than those who don’t. Do you pay attention to food labels?- In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Cindy Ramos-Parmley, Mrs. Illinois Plus America 2012, shares her Stop Diabetes story:
“Like so many other Hispanic Americans, I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. I took all my medications, changed my diet, dropped 50 pounds and began to take my power back against the disease. Almost 10 years later, my life has changed in so many ways.
“I wanted to give back and help in the fight to Stop Diabetes. I joined my local Step Out walk committee and began speaking at community events. I competed in the national Miss Plus America pageant, where I won the Overall Community Service Award for my work as a diabetes advocate. I’m stopping diabetes, one rhinestone at a time!”
(Photo credit: Payton's Photography) - What does “A Day in the Life of Diabetes” mean to you? Whether it is yourself or a loved one, an object or a place, share your photo with us! We might just choose yours as our Image of the Week!
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We thank our corporate supporters for joining us to raise awareness and change the future of diabetes!American Diabetes Association shared a link.
Caesar salad may be an American favorite, but its high-calorie dressing adds unnecessary fat to an otherwise healthy dish. Try this lighter version that keeps all the savory, creamy goodness of the classic salad. Happy Recipe Wednesday!American Diabetes Association shared a link.
Using a mobile device at the moment? You can contribute to the “A Day in the Life of Diabetes” mosaic at http://diabetesmosaic.org/- This Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re encouraging people to take steps to Stop Diabetes! What is your favorite form of exercise?
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How’s your hearing? October is National Protect Your Hearing Month. Hearing loss is twice as common in people with diabetes, so learn more about the link between the two conditions:- This November, we will shine a light on the extraordinary effort it takes to live an ordinary day with diabetes. What does “A Day in the Life of Diabetes” mean to you?
For every image uploaded to our mosaic, American Diabetes Month sponsor CVS will donate $1 to the Association, up to $25,000. American Diabetes Association updated their cover photo.
- Trying to lose weight? Be sure to get enough sleep, experts say, which can be just as important as a healthy diet and exercise. How many hours do you sleep every night?
- Shopping for private health insurance coverage or selecting the right plan from your employer just became easier! Beginning this week, private health insurers are required to provide you with the Summary of Benefits and Coverage, a simple form that will help you understand what’s covered and what’s not under each plan.