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December 1, 2025

A Snowbird’s Guide to Managing Diabetes in Winter

When the air gets frosty and sidewalks turn slick, many people dream of heading somewhere milder. For those living with...

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December 1, 2025

Cheers to Smart Sipping: Cocktails and Mocktails with Diabetes

The holiday season is full of toasts, celebrations, and festive drinks. If you’re living with diabetes, you can still enjoy the cheer, just...

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    December 1, 2025

    Warm Wishes from All of Us at CCS

    We want to take a moment this holiday season to share our warmest wishes with you and your loved ones....

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    December 1, 2025

    Staying on Track: Managing Diabetes While Hitting the Slopes (and other winter sports)

    When the snow starts falling, it’s tempting to hit the slopes or lace up your skates. Winter sports like skiing, snowboarding, ice skating and snowshoeing are...

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    November 2, 2025

    Breaking Down the Thanksgiving Spread: A Diabetes-Friendly Guide

    Thanksgiving is a holiday built around family, gratitude, and of course… food! But if you’re living with diabetes, the big...

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    November 2, 2025

    Riding the Diabetes Roller Coaster: What It Is and How to Manage It

    Living with diabetes often feels like being strapped into a roller coaster, with blood sugar levels rising and falling sharply,...

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    November 2, 2025

    Frederick Banting and Charles Best: The Discovery That Changed Diabetes Forever

    When we talk about the history of diabetes care, two names stand out above all others: Frederick Banting and Charles...

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    October 14, 2025

    Helpful Advice as You Plan for 2026

    Whether it’s new health insurance or changes to your Medicare plan, CCS will help with the transition so you can...

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    October 1, 2025

    How Loved Ones Help Manage Diabetes: The Ups, the Downs and Everything in Between

    Living with diabetes is a daily challenge, but no one has to face it alone. Friends, partners, parents, siblings, and...

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    October 1, 2025

    HSAs, FSAs and Diabetes: What You Need to Know

    When you are living with diabetes, it often means there are regular medical costs. This could include anything from insulin...

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    October 1, 2025

    Overcoming Health Equity Challenges in Diabetes

    Diabetes affects millions of people in the United States, but not everyone has the same resources to manage it well....

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    October 1, 2025

    Managing “Sweets Season”: Tips for Adults and Kids Living with Diabetes

    From October through April, it feels like every month brings another sugar-filled holiday. Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s, Valentine’s Day,...

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    September 2, 2025

    Are Protein Bars a Good Choice When You’re Living with Diabetes?

    From grocery stores to gyms, protein bars are everywhere you look. They promise quick energy, muscle recovery, and meal replacement....

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    September 2, 2025

    Cannabis, THC and Blood Sugar: What People Living with Diabetes Should Know

    Cannabis, often called marijuana, is a plant that has been used for hundreds of years for both medical and recreational...

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    September 2, 2025

    Finding Balance: How Meditation Can Help People Living with Diabetes

    Living with diabetes can feel overwhelming at times. Between managing blood glucose, meal planning, and staying active; it’s easy to...

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    September 2, 2025

    Staying Safe During Power Outages When You’re Living with Diabetes

    Power outages can happen at any time during storms, extreme heat or cold, or even from accidents or construction. For...

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    September 1, 2025

    Tailgating with Diabetes: The Best Foods, Drinks, and Tips for Game Day

    Tailgating is a fun tradition full of friends, football, and food – but if you’re living with diabetes, it can...

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    August 3, 2025

    Back-to-School Diabetes Checklist: What Every Parent Needs to Know

    Whether it is kindergarten or college, sending your child with diabetes off to school can come with extra layers of...

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    August 3, 2025

    Understanding the Connection Between Blood Pressure and Diabetes

    When you live with diabetes, keeping your blood sugar levels in check is a big part of staying healthy. But...

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    August 3, 2025

    How Heat Affects Your Body When You Have Diabetes: What to Know and How to Stay Safe in Hot Weather

    When temperatures rise, everyone feels the heat. But if you’re living with diabetes, the hot weather can affect your body...

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    July 2, 2025

    Working Out with Diabetes Devices: Tips to Stay Active and In Control

    If you’re living with diabetes and use devices like a continuous glucose monitor (CGM), insulin pump, or automated insulin delivery...

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    June 2, 2025

    How to Get Ready for a Hurricane When You Have Diabetes

    If you live in a place where hurricanes occur, , it is important to be prepared—especially if you have diabetes....

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    May 7, 2025

    Low-Carb Diets and Diabetes: What You Need to Know

    If you are living with diabetes, you may have heard that eating less carbohydrates or “carbs” is often suggested to...

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    May 6, 2025

    Automated Insulin Delivery and Hypoglycemia: How to Treat It Without Overdoing It

    Living with diabetes is easier today than ever before, thanks to smart technology like Automated Insulin Delivery (AID) systems. These...

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    May 5, 2025

    Tornado Safety and Preparedness for People with Diabetes

    Tornadoes are dangerous storms that can strike with little warning. If you have diabetes, being prepared is even more important....

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    April 3, 2025

    Eating Mexican Food with Diabetes: A Simple Guide

    Mexican food is fun, tasty, and full of flavor. If you’re living with diabetes, you can still enjoy your favorite...

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    April 2, 2025

    Exercise, Tech and Diabetes: How Getting Fit Has Changed in the Digital Age

    Today, technology plays an important role in exercise– especially for folks living with diabetes. From apps to wearables, new tech...

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    April 1, 2025

    Understanding Nutrition Facts Labels: What Patients with Diabetes Need to Know

    For people with diabetes, understanding what’s in the foods you eat is an important part of managing your disease.  Nutrition...

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    March 5, 2025

    Disordered Eating and Diabetes: What You Need to Know

    Living with diabetes means keeping a close eye on food, blood sugar levels, and insulin. But sometimes, the focus on...

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    March 4, 2025

    The Healthiest Seltzers for People with Diabetes

    If you’re living with diabetes, finding a refreshing drink that won’t spike your blood sugar can be a challenge. Many...

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    February 3, 2025

    Why Footwear Matters for People with Diabetes

    When you have diabetes, taking care of your feet is incredibly important. Proper footwear isn’t just about comfort or style;...

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    February 2, 2025

    Understanding Macronutrients: A Guide to Healthy Living and Diabetes Management

    If you’ve ever looked at a nutrition label or heard about “balanced diets,” you’ve probably come across the term “macronutrients.”...

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    January 8, 2025

    Understanding Diabetes Distress: What It Is and How to Manage It

    Living with diabetes can be challenging. From blood sugar levels and medications to diet, exercise and doctor appointments, there’s a...

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    December 3, 2024

    Staying Active During the Holiday Season: A Guide to Maintaining Health and Fitness

    The holiday season is a wonderful time filled with family, food, and fun. But between all the tasty treats and...

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    December 2, 2024

    Coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder When You Have Diabetes

    Seasonal Affective Disorder (also known by its acronym SAD) is a type of depression that usually happens during the fall...

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    November 4, 2024

    Diabetes Awareness Month: The History and How You Can Help

    Every year, November is recognized as Diabetes Awareness Month. This is a time when people around the world come together...

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    October 9, 2024

    New year, new health insurance plan?

    Helpful advice as you consider changes. Whether it’s new health insurance, or changes to your Medicare plan, CCS will help...

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    October 1, 2024

    The Important Role of Pharmacists in Diabetes Care

    For people living with diabetes, pharmacists play a vital role in empowering patients to lead healthy lifestyles. Beyond filling prescriptions,...

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    September 5, 2024

    Heart Health and Diabetes: What You Need to Know

    Diabetes and heart disease are two serious health challenges that often go hand in hand. Understanding the connection between these...

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    September 4, 2024

    The Impact of Fall Allergies on People Living with Diabetes

    Fall is a beautiful season with changing leaves and cooler weather, but it also brings allergies that can be tough...

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    August 6, 2024

    Diabetes Education: Infusion Set Compatibility & Site Rotation Management

    Managing diabetes involves many tasks, and one important part is using an insulin infusion set. Whether you’re new to insulin...

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    August 5, 2024

    The Benefits of a DAD (Diabetes Alert Dog) & Pet Therapy When You Have Diabetes

    Having diabetes is stressful. Did you know that a DAD can make a big difference and assist you in managing...

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    July 3, 2024

    Navigating Hot Weather With Diabetes: Tips and Tricks

    When the temperature rises, it’s important for everyone to stay cool. But for people with diabetes, beating the heat is...

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    July 2, 2024

    How Meal Planning and Nutrition Can Help You Maintain Good Eye Health

    When you are living with diabetes, it’s important to keep a close eye on many aspects of your health –...

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    June 4, 2024

    How to Keep Blood Sugar Levels in Check While Working Night Shift

    When you are working a job that has irregular hours, you may find it poses some challenges to managing your...

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    May 9, 2024

    Keeping Healthy During Pregnancy with Gestational Diabetes

    Every pregnancy can have its own set of challenges. Some moms-to-be face a condition called gestational diabetes. Gestational diabetes impacts...

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    May 8, 2024

    May News Roundup

    Each month, we round up diabetes-related news and insights from trusted sources to provide you with ideas, tips, education and...

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    April 5, 2024

    April News Roundup

    Each month, we round up diabetes-related news and insights from trusted sources to provide you with ideas, tips, education and...

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    April 4, 2024

    How Moving Your Body Helps You Tackle Stress with Diabetes

    Moving your body is a fantastic way to deal with stress – especially for individuals living with diabetes. Let’s explore...

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    April 4, 2024

    Navigating New Diabetes Technology: A Guide to Reducing Stress and Staying Healthy

    When it comes to living with or aiding someone with diabetes it can sometimes feel overwhelming and stressful. This is...

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    March 7, 2024

    March News Roundup

    Each month, we round up diabetes-related news and insights to provide you with ideas, tips, education and more to help...

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    March 6, 2024

    How to Keep Your Blood Sugar Happy When Eating Out

    Do you ever wonder how to keep your blood sugar levels just right when you’re not eating at home? Whether...

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    March 4, 2024

    A Guide to Managing Blood Sugar with Nutritious Food Options

    Are you or someone you know living with diabetes? Eating the right kinds of foods can make a big difference...

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    February 9, 2024

    Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialists: How They Help Manage and Educate Patients

    Taking care of diabetes is a team effort. Specialists who focus on diabetes care play a big role in helping...

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    February 2, 2024

    Understanding Insurance Coverage and Benefits for People Living with Diabetes

    For individuals managing diabetes, prioritizing self-care, and ensuring access to quality healthcare is important. Let’s learn about several types of insurance...

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    December 6, 2023

    Healthy Food Alternatives for People Living with Diabetes

    Living with diabetes means making smart choices about the foods you eat. Some foods can spike your blood sugar, while...

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    November 9, 2023

    Managing Gestational Diabetes

    Here is a quick guide to various types of tapes you can use and tips to secure your infusion sets and CGMs effectively.

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    November 6, 2023

    Living Well with Diabetes: Exercise and Lifestyle

    Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While medication and regular check-ups are crucial, there are...

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