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diabetes management is a daily balance of science and lifestyle. this hub covers type 1 and type 2, from continuous glucose monitoring technology to dietary strategies. articles navigate the canadian landscape of insulin access and coverage, supported by personal stories that illustrate the reality of living with a chronic metabolic condition.

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man models in runway show for diabetes canada.
leaders in health: dr. dylan mackay's life with diabetes, research and clinical trials
a man stands in a plane aisle checking his blood sugar levels using a continuous glucose monitor and smartphone.
summer travel and diabetes: plan for anything, but give yourself grace
woman checking glucose levels with smartphone while relaxing by resort pool.
diabetes, hydration and extreme heat: what you should know
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felix health offering generic semaglutide to clients across canada
the connection between stress and diabetes
stress and diabetes: how passive and chronic stress impact blood sugar
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the financial burden of diabetes: being open about costs can help improve outcomes
chef marissa leon-john posing a photo.
masterchef canada's marissa leon-john cooking simple and fabulous food for people with diabetes
 
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caring for a child with type 1 diabetes: ‘it just reaffirms the need for gratitude’
middle aged caucasian male doctor demonstrating glucose meter to middle aged black man with diabetes during medical consultation in modern clinic exam room
the pharmacist’s essential role in diabetes management
what does living with type 2 diabetes feel like?
living with type 2 diabetes: it’s still ‘trial and error’
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living front and centre to change the conversation around diabetes
what does type 1 diabetes feel like?
living with type 1 diabetes is a 'marathon, not a sprint'
medium long shot of pregnant young black woman sitting on examination table while senior caucasian obstetrician checking her bare belly with hands in hospital
managing diabetes in pregnancy: how closed-loop insulin systems are improving outcomes
woman, doctor or consulting with patient for healthcare, appointment or checkup at hospital.
opinion: personalized prevention programs are key to reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes   
diabetic girl taking blood sugar test at home, father helping her.
diabetes statistics canada: prevalence, impact and resources (2026 update)
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chef malcolm campbell diabetes canada
diabetes isn’t your fault: breaking down stigma of food shame 
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health canada approves wegovy as first-ever treatment for severe liver disease
karen hawthorne and her mother posing for a photo with flowers
hawthorne: my mom’s 50-year journey with type 1 diabetes and the urgent case for early screening
ravjot samra and aastha relan. side by side photos of young woman posing for a portrait.
the sideline secret: new book helps kids with type 1 diabetes feel represented and heard
laine barnfield running in a competitive race. young woman running.
beyond insulin: diabetes has an unseen emotional toll in atlantic canada
woman at work crouching down in emotional distress
diabetes at work: how people with diabetes continue to face professional barriers
school boy with diabetes testing his blood sugar after physical education, friends support him.
supporting students with diabetes at school: diabetes canada calls for a national standard of care
 
corpulent young woman sitting at home and using a finger insulin pen
from 'food noise' to blood sugar: how targeting obesity is revolutionizing type 2 diabetes care
canadian hockey legend hayley wickenheiser looking through the glass at a hockey rink
hayley wickenheiser brings her skills from the er—and the rink—to coach her dad with diabetes
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dexcom aims to find the next global diabetes advocate
diabetic woman preparing for outdoor run in the city. young woman wearing continuous glucose monitor during exercising.
continuous glucose monitors continue to change diabetes care and now access needs to catch up
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d-camp: fun and inclusive home away from home for kids with diabetes
picture of new barbie with type 1 diabetes. wearing a glucose monitor.
barbie just released a doll with diabetes: here's why a b.c. content creator is calling it 'incredible'
mother helping son with diabetes blood test and medication, both looking down at devices.
opinion: canada leads the future of diabetes care by listening to those with lived experience
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grey’s anatomy star debbie allen speaks out on diabetes stigma and the power of early intervention
middle aged caucasian male doctor demonstrating glucose meter to middle aged black man with diabetes during medical consultation in modern clinic exam room
the pharmacist’s essential role in diabetes management
type1diabetesdestephanie&mason
living front and centre to change the conversation around diabetes
chef malcolm campbell diabetes canada
diabetes isn’t your fault: breaking down stigma of food shame 
ellie fraser. young woman sitting posing for a photo.
building resilience at d-camps: ellie’s story
geetika bhardwaj - woman posing for a photo next to flowers
diabetes stigma beyond type: geetika’s story 
nikki webb posing for a photo agaisnt a pillar. young women posing for a picture.
type resilient: advocate nikki webb’s journey to access insulin pump coverage
guy poole - older gentleman posing for photo with order of newfoundland and labrador award
guy poole knows that finding a cure happens step by step
ryan hooey and his dog posing for a photo outside comerica park.
diabetes is relentless, but so is advocate ryan hooey
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two couples socializing on terrace together
research suggests social connection helps prevent heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes
man looking down at food during holiday dinner.
opinion: people living with diabetes need support, not shame, over the holidays
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diabetes to the max: nhl veteran domi continues to inspire next generation through action and perseverance
najeeb ashraf diabetes stigma
world diabetes day 2024: ending stigma starts with awareness and education
toronto maple leafs forward max domi skating in a game agasint the boston bruins.
nhl player max domi aims to 'demystify' type 1 diabetes in new podcast 
diabetic women checking blood sugar with a flash glucose monitor
study shows flash glucose monitoring reduces risk for diabetes patients
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living with type 1 diabetes: my journey through misconceptions, stigma and resilience
 
senior couple cooking together at home meal preparation
study finds anti-inflammatory foods can lower dementia risk for those with cardiometabolic disease such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke
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opinion: the time has come to address and erase stigma surrounding diabetes
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how a diabetes drug is making chemotherapy more effective against lung cancer
young man giving himself an insulin shot at home.
world’s first weekly insulin injection available in canada: what this means for diabetes patients 
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leaders in health: dr. pere santamaria and 'finding new pathways' to treat autoimmune diseases
black woman with diabetes uses a smart insulin pen to monitor and control her blood sugar levels, automatically recording the dose of insulin administered which helps manage the health condition.
top diabetes associations in canada: finding the right organization and resources for you
adult man sitting in chair with iv drip during treatment session in clinic
what is car t-cell therapy? how immunotherapy is changing treatment options for cancer, diabetes and other autoimmune diseases
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study connects diabetes drug to slowed progression of parkinson's disease
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