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The time has come to erase the diabetes stigma

That includes the judgments that exist in society, but also the internalized blame and shame people with diabetes carry.

By Sonia Yung September 20, 2024

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It's time to change the conversation about diabetes

How? By eliminating the stigma attached to this condition in Canada.

By Laura Syron September 19, 2024

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Facing adulthood: challenges for young woman living with diabetes

Transitioning from late teenage years to adulthood is difficult for anyone. For Jennifer Lopez of Winnipeg, Manitoba, the challenges of this transition were layered with anxiety and depression.

September 12, 2024

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Walking for good health

Ready to get your walk on? Choose from these four popular types that all have health benefits for people with diabetes.

By Barb Gormley August 2, 2024

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Crossing the finish line to End Diabetes

The search for a diabetes cure is a marathon, but it’s a race that can be won.

By Elizabeth Soutar July 22, 2024

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Distressed by diabetes

Do you sometimes get tired of having to be so on top of your diabetes care? You’re not alone.

By Anne Bokma May 15, 2024

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Using the power of your body and mind

How mindfulness practices can help you deal with diabetes

By Anne Bokma May 10, 2024

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Addressing diabetes stigma: Amy’s story

When you live with type 2 diabetes, you’re never off the clock. As soon as Amy wakes up each morning she tests her blood sugar and also checks her overnight levels.

By Shelley Sutherland March 18, 2024

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Understanding cardiovascular disease risk is key for those living with type 2 diabetes

People with diabetes are twice as likely than others to develop cardiovascular disease, yet many individuals are unaware of their increased risk.

By Wendy Haaf February 15, 2024

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Finding support and hope—and returning the favour

Among the many health issues Carolyn Brown and her family have had to deal with throughout her life, diabetes looms large.

By Elizabeth Soutar February 13, 2024

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Lending his support to improve future diabetes care

Throughout Jacques Toupin’s lifelong diabetes journey, he has seen many improvements in treatment, and he wants everyone to benefit as much as he has.

By Elizabeth Soutar January 16, 2024

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Sharing a gift that keeps giving

Diabetes has been part of Karen Floyd’s life for more than 50 years. She hopes her legacy donation will support research that prevents another generation from the same fate.

By Elizabeth Soutar December 19, 2023

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The time has come to erase the diabetes stigma

It's time to change the conversation about diabetes

Facing adulthood: challenges for young woman living with diabetes

Walking for good health

Crossing the finish line to End Diabetes

Distressed by diabetes

Using the power of your body and mind

Addressing diabetes stigma: Amy’s story

Understanding cardiovascular disease risk is key for those living with type 2 diabetes

Finding support and hope—and returning the favour

Lending his support to improve future diabetes care

Sharing a gift that keeps giving