DKA or the Flu? The Life-Saving Difference You Need To Know

Woman with headache and stomach ache laying on the couch

Flu season is here, but if you have diabetes, those body aches or stomach troubles might not be the flu at all – they could be signs of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Because DKA can look a lot like the flu, it’s easy to miss the red flags until it’s too late. Here’s how to spot the difference.

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Dr. E’s Case Study: If Your Morning Blood Sugars Could Talk, They’d Say “Give Me a Break!”

Man with diabetes checking his high blood sugars in the morning

Are your blood sugar spikes the worst after breakfast than other times of the day? Discover why normal, everyday hormones might be to blame, and how inhaled insulin can help you take back control. Taking a “hit” is common now – without the risk of being arrested!

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Do GLP-1 Medications Like Ozempic and Mounjaro Affect Mental Health?

A counselor listens non-judgmentally to female client with diabetes

Over the last two years, there’s been conflicting information in the news about GLP-1 medications and mental health. Some reports raised concerns about possible mood-related side effects, but others shared mental health benefits and broader therapeutic potential. Here’s what we know so far – and what still needs further research.

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