Jan
23, 2018
Diabetes & Skin Care for Winter
"An estimated 11.3% of people with diabetes report dry, itchy skin." During the chilly, windy, winter weather, there are several reasons why your skin may become extra dry and itchy.
Aug
2, 2017
Get the Last of the Summertime Tips When You Have Diabetes
Global warming or not, each summertime gets progressively hotter and August is known to be one of the hottest months of the year! According to the Academy of Dermatology, “One in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime.” The summer sun can cause major havoc to our skin. The ADA also recommends “selecting a […]
Jun
28, 2017
Summer Skin Care with Diabetes
The heat is on and this may mean skin problems for people with diabetes. Proper skin care is important all year round, but especially during the summer season. From sunburn and insect bites to dry skin and poison ivy, there are several precautions that should be taken to have the best possible summer skin with diabetes.
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Aug
5, 2015
4 Skin Tips and Products for Fall Season Skin
As the sultry days of summer slip away and the fall chill sets in, people with diabetes might feel the effects of the season on their skin. Itchy, dry skin can become a problem especially with diabetes and even be a sign of other health issues. Discover 4 skin tips and products to help fall season […]
Mar
2, 2015
4 Tips for Winter Skin with Diabetes
Your skin can take a beating in the winter chill and become dry and cracked. People with diabetes are at a higher risk of developing skin infections and other problems. Consider these 4 simple tips for winter skin with diabetes. […]
Jun
13, 2013
Sun & Summer Care
Summer is here and everyone wants to have fun in the sun. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure when you have diabetes. Taking care of your skin and overall well-being before you head outside makes the summer more enjoyable. […]
Dec
8, 2010
Tips for Winter Skin Care
In many parts of the country winter brings cold weather and a drop in humidity.Skin tends to lose its water by evaporation into this dry environment. It is important to minimize dryness to avoid skin complications and there are several steps that can be taken to do so...
Oct
10, 2007
Diabetic Skin Care – Managing Diabetes
Sometimes diabetics forget to take care of one of the most important parts of the body: the skin. An estimated one-third of diabetics will develop a skin disorder that is caused or affected by diabetes1, so caring for your skin is very important.