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Since food, water, and insulin are essential for people with type 1 diabetes, being prepared for emergencies is crucial. This blog post will delve into what to include in your type 1 diabetes emergency kit so that if disaster strikes, you will feel confident and prepared with all of the essentials you might need to keep yourself and your family safe and healthy.

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Be Prepared: What to Include in Your Diabetes Emergency Kit

Be Prepared: What to Include in Your Diabetes Emergency Kit

Since food, water, and insulin are essential for people with type 1 diabetes, being prepared for emergencies is crucial. You never know when severe storms, floods, fires, hurricanes, tornados, power...
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The Best Foods to Eat for Low Blood Sugar

The Best Foods to Eat for Low Blood Sugar

When people with diabetes experience hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, it's important to choose foods that can quickly raise it back to a safe level. In this blog post, we...
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Managing Low Blood Sugar at School: A Guide for Teachers and Nurses

Managing Low Blood Sugar at School: A Guide for Teachers and Nurses

Are you a teacher or school nurse who has wondered how you can help your students with diabetes feel their best at school? Low blood sugar episodes at school can...
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Can People With Diabetes Drink Alcohol?

Can People With Diabetes Drink Alcohol?

Drinking alcohol during holiday social settings is a common activity that many of us enjoy. One misconception is that people with diabetes can not have alcohol under any circumstances; however,...
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Commonly Asked Questions About Hypoglycemia

Commonly Asked Questions About Hypoglycemia

What is hypoglycemia, anyway? Hypoglycemia is a fancy term for low blood sugar. It's your body's way of saying, "Hey, I need more fuel...NOW!" When your blood sugar level drops...
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