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Our More on Diabetes articles will provide helpful diabetes and health information on topics including diabetes management, exercise, diabetic recipes, diabetes complications, diet and nutrition, pet diabetes and more. Articles are written or reviewed by healthcare professionals who have experience in diabetes and health education.

Mar 14, 2025

Comparing Top Insulin Syringe Brands: BD, Monoject, and Ulticare

By ADW|2025-03-14T14:58:44-04:00Updated: March 14th, 2025|Diabetes Management, Diabetic Supply Review|0 Comments

BD, Monoject, and UltiCare make some of the world’s best insulin syringes. While there’s no single best syringe brand, all three of these companies are trusted by individuals and health care professionals and should meet the needs and budgets of the vast majority of users.

Recognizing how important it is that you choose the right diabetic […]

Mar 14, 2025

Understanding Insulin Needle Gauges: 27G vs. 28G vs. 29G vs. 30G vs. 31G

By ADW|2025-03-14T14:43:57-04:00Updated: March 14th, 2025|Diabetes Management, Diabetic Supply Review|0 Comments

Learning to recognize the differences among insulin syringe gauges is an important step for managing diabetes at home. The needle’s gauge, represented by a number followed by G, signifies its diameter, with lower numbers indicating thicker needles and higher numbers indicating thinner needles.

There are numerous factors to consider when choosing insulin syringes of different sizes. We’re […]

Jan 31, 2025

Current Updates Surrounding Diabetes

By Roberta Kleinman|2025-01-31T10:14:41-05:00Updated: January 31st, 2025|News & Announcements, Recent Diabetes News, Type 1, Vitamins & Supplements|0 Comments

There are all kinds of accurate and interesting information which will improve your health and life if you currently have diabetes. Read on to find out what is being done and continues to be worked on to make living with diabetes easier and more controllable.

1. What is a polypill?

Many patients who have type 2 diabetes are […]

Jan 24, 2025

Common Diabetes Myths

By Roberta Kleinman|2025-01-27T11:16:05-05:00Updated: January 24th, 2025|Diabetes Management, Diet & Nutrition, Health & Wellness|0 Comments

Your cousin tells you not to eat any carbohydrates when you get diagnosed with diabetes. Your neighbor says your diabetes medications are making you gain too much weight, so you just stop taking them. You end up with high blood sugars and diabetes complications. Globally, there are 422 million people living with diabetes and by 2050 […]

Jan 23, 2025

Frailty, Aging and Diabetes

By Roberta Kleinman|2025-01-24T13:58:52-05:00Updated: January 23rd, 2025|Diabetes Management, Diet & Nutrition, Health & Wellness|0 Comments

Diabetes in older adults is distinct from diabetes in younger people and the “approach of medical and lifestyle treatment should be different.” As we age, the prevalence of diabetes and frailty jumps worldwide. Frailty increases your risk of infection, falls and disabilities, while also doubling the risk of surgical complications and lengthening your hospital stays.

Frailty in […]

Jan 9, 2025

Flying with Diabetes

By ADW|2025-01-21T08:59:23-05:00Updated: January 9th, 2025|Diabetes Management, General Information|0 Comments

Flying with diabetes requires proper planning and preparation. We’re here to explain everything you need to know about air travel and diabetes so you can avoid delays and disruptions and enjoy your trip to the fullest. Here’s everything you need to know before boarding!

Inform TSA of Your Condition and Supplies

National security concerns mean most passengers […]

Dec 12, 2024

The 2 Best Insulin Pens

By ADW|2024-12-12T09:27:41-05:00Updated: December 12th, 2024|Diabetes Management, General Information|0 Comments

Like all diabetic supplies, the best insulin pen for type 2 diabetes is a matter of personal preference, as well as the user’s unique requirements for at-home diabetes management. There are many different types of injectable insulin pens on the market, so you may need to try a few before finding the one that perfectly […]

Dec 12, 2024

How to Use Insulin Pumps Effectively

By ADW|2025-01-22T23:02:21-05:00Updated: December 12th, 2024|Diabetes Management, General Information|0 Comments

Learning how to work an insulin pump is an essential first step for anyone thinking about using one. Whether you just purchased your first insulin pump or you’re considering switching over to a wearable insulin delivery system, we’re here to provide guidance on your journey. Here’s everything you need to know!

What Is an Insulin Pump?

Nov 6, 2024

The Best Insulin Supplies You Need for Diabetes Management

By ADW|2024-12-23T13:11:29-05:00Updated: November 6th, 2024|Diabetes Management, General Information|0 Comments

Whether you’re shopping for the best diabetes test kit, best glucose test strips, or best insulin pen needles, you can count on ADW Diabetes to stock the industry’s top medical brands. Best of all, our prices are affordable, so you can access essential diabetic supplies for less.

While each and every individual has unique […]

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