Why is Diabetes Considered a “Silent Disease”?

Why is Diabetes Considered a “Silent Disease”?

Diabetes is often described as a silent disease. And that’s no exaggeration. Many people live with high blood sugar for years without realizing it, until the first complications appear. But why is this the case? 1. The symptoms are “insidious” High blood sugar does...
A day in a life of someone with diabetes

A day in a life of someone with diabetes

Today was one of those days where I woke up and everything felt like it’s falling into place. I opened my eyes before the alarm went off, took a deep breath, and felt ready to go. Before I did anything, I checked my blood sugar, which was good and stable. I drank a...