Diabetes

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SGLT-2 Medications & DKA Risk

SGLT2 inhibitors are popular diabetes medications thanks to their ability to lower blood glucose levels, with a very low risk of hypoglycemia. These drugs don’t just help remove excess glucose from your bloodstream — they also improve and protect kidney function, decrease the risk of heart failure, and help with weight loss. While these benefits […]

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Is Virtual Healthcare Enough for Diabetes?

Virtual “telemedicine” appointments with your healthcare team were a saving grace during the COVID-19 pandemic. While video calls with a clinician couldn’t meet all your healthcare needs, they certainly helped at the time.  Today, we’ve returned to routine in-person life, but virtual healthcare has become an increasingly normal option when scheduling some of your appointments. […]