Resources

Alcohol

Lindsay describes how alcohol affects the body and blood glucose levels and gives tips for if you do drink alcohol when you are of legal age.

Appointments & Symptoms

Lindsay reviews when and why you should call your endocrinologist, as well as what to bring to your preventative care appointments.

Driving

Meghan describes how high and low blood sugar can affect driving and tips on how to safe when behind the wheel.

Exercise

Hannah reflects on the importance of exercise, tips to get started, and how manage your blood glucose while active.

Glucagon

Heather clarifies the different types of glucagon and how to use glucagon for emergency hypoglycemia (low blood glucose).

Healthy Eating

Hannah shows you what foods are healthiest for your body and blood glucose and tips for finding balance in your eating habits.

Hyperglycemia

Heather explains the top 5 reasons for hyperglycemia (high blood glucose) and signs to watch for.

Hypoglycemia

Heather describes signs of hypoglycemia (low blood glucose), how and why you use fasting-acting sugar for treatment, and tips to avoid lows.

Insulin Dose Adjustments

Leaving Home

Learn how to best prepare for moving away from home with tips & advice from Lindsay, who successfully transitioned to managing her diabetes.

Preparing for College

Dr. Kristal Matlock discusses diabetes maintenance planning when choosing a college and after arriving on campus.

Ketones

Heather reviews why ketones happen in your body and what to do to treat ketones at home.

Sick Days

Heather gives tips on how to manage your diabetes when you are not feeling well.

Sexual Health & Pregnancy

Meghan clarifies taking care of your sexual health, effect of diabetes on sexual function, & why diabetes should be well-controlled before pregnancy.

Smoking & Drugs

Lindsay explains how smoking, vaping, and drugs affect your body, your diabetes, and your long-term health.

Transitioning Care

Learn how to choose a doctor for your adult diabetes care.

Working

Meghan reveals importance of knowing your rights through the American Disabilities Act and accommodations you should have and can advocate for in the workplace.