Posts for UPHP News
Newly diagnosed with diabetes? It’s overwhelming—but you’re not alone. Many people manage it well, and you can too.
Next steps: follow up with your provider, take meds as prescribed (ask about side effects), ask questions, and find support. Find out more here: https://bit.ly/41jvKGh
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Smoking raises your risk of type 2 diabetes and makes it harder to manage by increasing blood sugar and belly fat, leading to serious complications. The good news: quitting helps quickly. If it takes more than one try, keep going
Find out more here: https://diabetes.org/health-wellness/smoking-and-diabetes
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Insulin is a hormone that lowers blood sugar. Too little insulin causes high blood sugar and may require treatment. It’s given by injection using a pump, pen, or syringe, with rotation of sites for best absorption. Insulin types vary by how fast they work and how long they last. Store insulin properly and talk with your healthcare provider about the option that’s right for you.
Find out more here: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/body/22601-insulin
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High blood sugar can cause dry, cracked skin, infections, and nerve damage, but most issues are easy to treat when caught early. Your skin tells a story, help keep it healthy.
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A prediabetes diagnosis is a big deal, but it can be reversed. Healthy eating and regular physical activity make the difference. As the CDC says, “Prediabetes = Prevent Diabetes.” Start now. Small steps add up, so give yourself grace and keep going.
CDC: https://bit.ly/3FvEKQs.
American Diabetes Association: https://bit.ly/4jsArDs
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A sedentary lifestyle increases the risk of insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and dementia. Exercise helps, but reducing long periods of sitting is key. Protect your brain: move more, sit less, and choose brain‑healthy foods like berries, nuts, olive oil, and fatty fish.
Learn how diabetes and brain health are connected (CDC):
https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/managing/diabetes-and-your-brain.html
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Today, Mary is joined by Dr. Darr, Medical Director at UPHP, to discuss Type 1 diabetes in children and how to support kids and families after diagnosis. Have questions? Send them our way!
Learn more about Type 1 diabetes from the American Diabetes Association: https://diabetes.org/diabetes/type-1
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On Mark & Walt in the Morning with Upper Peninsula Health Plan, they heard about the 8th Annual Marquette County Community Resource Fair coming up next month in Marquette.
High blood sugar (hyperglycemia) can damage your eyes, nerves, kidneys, and heart and may cause emergencies. The good news: it’s manageable with regular checkups, medication, and glucose monitoring.
Learn more about symptoms and treatment: https://cle.clinic/42KjUWp
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Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) can affect your brain and body. Watch for signs like dizziness, shakiness, sweating, weakness or irritability, and trouble concentrating. Stay informed, your brain depends on it!
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