Healthline's type 2 diabetes community includes experts from the Friedman Diabetes Insitute, such as endocrinologist Dr. Gerald Friedman and nutritionists Megan Fendt and Lynn Polmanteer, as well as seasoned writer and editor—and type 2 diabetes patient—Patrick Totty.
The Friedman Diabetes Institute has partnered with Healthline.com to develop "Diabetes Still Isn't Easy," a regular blog that will discuss diet, nutrition, and condition management for type 2 diabetes.
San Francisco Bay Area resident Patrick Totty writes about his experiences living with type 2 diabetes. Patrick was diagnosed in July 2003. Since then, he has, among other things, become a regular contributor to "Diabetes Health" magazine.
Don't suffer in silence. Get to know what your rights as a type 2 diabetes patient are.
Sexual side effects are common for both men and women with type 2 diabetes, especially if you take diabetes medication.
Over time, treating diabetes can become surprisingly expensive. Get expert advice on negotiating insurance and health care bills.
An endocrinologist is a medical specialist who knows all about hormones—including insulin. Find out about how to choose a specialist who will work for you.
Find out what to expect when you visit the endocrinologist to discuss your diabetes, and get a printable list of questions you should remember to ask.
As a type 2 diabetes patient, you have certain rights that your employer must honor.
Did you know that if you're a type 2 diabetes patient, your professor must give you breaks during exams to check your blood sugar?
Type 2 diabetes patients are at an especially high risk for depression. Don't neglect your emotional health.
Odetta is a diabetes service dog who can alert Kathy whenever Kathy's blood sugar levels drop.
