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Diabetes ABCs

Diabetes ABCs: Y

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You

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You are the center of your care team.  Our mission is to empower you to take charge of your health and live well, but ultimately you are the one in control.  Decide what motivates you to make healthy changes in your life – whether it’s exercising regularly, learning to prepare healthy meals, or simply checking your blood sugar regularly.  It’s a lot to handle, but know that no one expects you to be perfect.  If you start to feel overwhelmed or think you might be suffering from diabetes burnout, talk to your health care provider.  Mass General also offers regular diabetes support groups at the main campus and regional HealthCare Centers.

(Content reviewed by MGH Diabetes Center)
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Diabetes ABCs

Diabetes ABCs: T

Posted on by mghdiabeteseducation

Team

T

Managing diabetes can be difficult, but you don’t have to go it alone; your care  team is there to help.  Members of your team can include:  your primary care physician/endocrinologist, a Certified Diabetes Educator and a nutritionist.  Other teammates include a podiatrist to help care for your feet and an eye care provider (an optometrist or ophthalmologist) to help care for your eyes.  And don’t forget your support network of friends, family, and peers.  Everyone has an important role in helping you to live well with diabetes.

(Content reviewed by MGH Diabetes Center)
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