Bones role in diabetes

Another interesting article in the news:  Bones Play Key Role in Diabetes: Study

August 14 2007 | General Info | No Comments »

CBC news article

I found this article on the cbc website. It gives a decent oversight on Diabetes:   Diabetes, the 21st century epidemic

August 13 2007 | General Info | No Comments »

Type I Diabetes: Are you at Risk?

The first thing you need to know is it’s unlikely you are at a high-risk of developing Type I diabetes.  While the true cause of the condition isn’t fully known (it occurs when the body makes an insufficient amount of insulin), the truth is that only about 7% of the population has this disease.

Unfortunately, it is impossible to list risk factors for a disease that cannot actually be prevented, no matter how early you see a doctor.  That said, the majority of type I diabetes patients are diagnosed before the age of 30.  So, if you’re older than 30, statistically, you are at a very low risk.

Remember though, there are more kinds of diabetes with different risk factors.  Bookmark my blog to check back for when I talk about Type 2 diabetes.

So, instead of worrying or stressing about your chances of developing Type I diabetes, stay informed.  Keep aware of the symptoms, and be ready to seek treatment for you or a loved one as soon as possible.  Patients with diabetes can lead long, happy, healthy lives – and we’ll be here whenever you need us.

August 09 2007 | General Info | No Comments »

What are the Symptoms of Type I Diabetes?

If you’re worried you may have Type I diabetes, don’t panic.  First of all, only 7% of the population in the United States has diabetes, and depending on your age, you could have an extremely slim chance of contracting the disease.  Before you go further, it may ease your mind to check out our “Are you at risk?” page, and find out what the likelihood actually is.

That said, Type I diabetes can appear like a tornado: severely and without warning.  Below are some of the most common early symptoms of Type I diabetes (provided by the American Diabetes Association):

•    Frequent urination
•    Excessive thirst
•    Extreme hunger
•    Unusual weight loss
•    Increased fatigue
•    Irritability
•    Blurry vision

Even if you aren’t suffering from these, it’s important to keep in mind to help your friends and family, stay alert, and be informed.

Patients with Type I diabetes can lead long, happy, healthy lives.  And if you aren’t showing any symptoms, but are still concerned, take a look at our prevention page, and find out how you can stop diabetes before it stops you.

August 01 2007 | General Info | No Comments »