Ask Dr. E: Does Insulin Resistance in Type 2 Diabetes Increase with Age?

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You’ve had T2D for years and you’re doing your best, and then suddenly your doctor adds a new medication. Does that mean things are getting worse? Dr. E explains why insulin resistance can change over time, how aging plays a role, and why medication adjustments are a normal part of diabetes. Learn what’s going on behind the scenes and what you can do to improve insulin sensitivity.

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Listen Up! What You Need to Know about Diabetes and Hearing Loss

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If you’ve ever been accused of having “selective hearing,” you may have a legit reason for it. People with diabetes are more likely to experience hearing loss as the rest of the population, and most people don’t see (or hear) it coming. Learn why diabetes and hearing loss are connected, when you should get tested, and why early action matters. Your future self will thank you!

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