Diabetes is a leading health concern in this nation, with nearly 24 million people in the United States living with the disease. Unfortunately, many of them do not even know it.

Award-winning actress Jean Smart has been named ambassador for the newest public service initiative for the Entertainment Industry Foundation’s Diabetes Aware. Launched five years ago, Diabetes Aware is a national educational campaign that informs Americans about the importance of early detection, monitoring and proper management of this progressive disease.

Now, this is the kind of trial I would love to see.. researchers in Norwich, UK were looking for woment o agree to eat a bar of belgian chocolate to see if it has a positive effect on their health. Women must have t2 diabetes also.. check it out..

Skin secretions from a south-american frog may prove to be a useful area of research in treating type 2 diabetes. This story - republished on the bbc website was covered at a recent Diabetes Uk conference. A compound isolated from the frog, which grows to 27cm as a tadpole before shrinking to 4cm in adulthood, stimulates insulin release. Please.. no toad licking jokes!!

Everyone with diabetes should test their blood glucose levels regularly. Knowing your blood glucose reading allows you to change your meds or your management strategy to help reach your target blood glucose level.

The best-known effect of smoking is that it causes cancer. But smoking can also aggravate many of the problems that people with diabetes already face, such as heart and blood vessel disease. And there are more reasons to quit..

Although people may pay less attention to fibre, its health benefits have not vanished. Fibre remains an essential nutrient and a vital part of healthy eating for everyone, including those with diabetes. Certain types of fiber may help to flatten your blood sugar swings..

A key message for people with diabetes is "Carbs Count." Foods high in carbs raise your blood sugar the most. But how do you recognize them?

This story from ADA teaches you how to recognize carbs and the foods most likely to cause a spike in blood sugar.

The start of a new year or the arrival of spring or summer usually bring with them thoughts of rejuvenation, change and something better, and it seems like the perfect time to 'fix' our life. So, this time, instead of failing again, what can you do so that you stick to your resolutions? This Cnaadian Health Network piece provides some good ideas and suggestions of how to be active - and stay that way

Two-thirds of Canadians are now overweight or obese. But quick weight-loss diets aren’t the answer. Without a change in long-term eating patterns, any weight lost is almost always gained back, and more. This factsheet offers you plenty of effective strategies, tips, and weight wisdom to support you in your weight loss efforts.

It is a shame it is not available as a webpage also - only in PDF format. Come on Dietitians of Canada!!!

American diabetes association guide to diabetes medications, supplies and devices for the US market. Information on all major products and treatments for diabetes and its complications