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How Can I Prevent Type 2 Diabetes?

Posted on July 1, 2019December 12, 2019 by Karla Sullivan

Some health professionals at the front lines of the war on diabetes are pulling no punches in their assessment of the need for strong action by individuals to take care of their health.

In advance of the meeting of the American Diabetes Association this month, the Lancet journal ran an editorial highlighting the fact that while much progress has been made in the area of medicines that treat diabetes, far less has been made when it comes to lifestyle changes.

What Happens If I Smoke With Diabetes?

Posted on June 24, 2019January 13, 2020 by Karla Sullivan

A new report from the SEARCH Study Group revealed that cigarette smoking is very common among children and young adults with diabetes.

Decline in Diabetes-Related Complications

Posted on April 23, 2019December 4, 2019 by Debbie Klimas

“These findings show that we have come a long way in preventing complications and improving quality of life for people with diabetes,” said Edward Gregg, Ph.D., a senior epidemiologist in CDC’s Division of Diabetes Translation and lead author of the study. “While the declines in complications are good news, they are still high and will stay with us unless we can make substantial progress in preventing type 2 diabetes.”

Life Insurance Tips for People Living With Diabetes

Posted on January 13, 2019January 21, 2020 by Debbie Klimas

Even though diabetes rates are on the rise in America, people diagnosed with this disease can still qualify for life insurance with some lifestyle adjustments.

How to Lower Your Insurance Premiums If You Have Diabetes

Posted on May 11, 2017November 25, 2019 by Karla Sullivan

Diabetes is a highly treatable, but potentially deadly, disease if left untreated or undiagnosed. According to the American Diabetes Association, both the death rate from heart disease and risk for stroke are two to four times higher for people with diabetes. It is the leading cause of kidney failure and new cases of blindness and is the reason for more than 60 percent of lower limb amputations.

How Does High Blood Pressure Affect Life Insurance Premiums?

Posted on May 4, 2017November 19, 2019 by Karla Sullivan

High blood pressure is called the silent killer for a reason. One in three adults in the U.S. has it, many with no symptoms, no red flags, and unless they’ve seen a doctor lately, no idea their numbers are so high they are at risk for heart attack or stroke, according to Centers for Disease Prevention and Control.

Chronic Disease More Likely for Less Active Adults With Disabilities

Posted on June 19, 2015February 24, 2020 by Karla Sullivan

Nearly half (47 percent) of adults with disabilities who are able to do aerobic physical activity do not get any. An additional 22 percent are not active enough. Yet only about 44 percent of adults with disabilities who saw a doctor in the past year got a recommendation for physical activity.