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Yes, I Have Low Blood Sugars with Type 2 Diabetes

Living with type 2 diabetes has its ups and its downs, including having low blood sugar. We also experience lows!

Cold and Flu and What to Do

Getting sick can be scary and especially when you or a loved one lives with diabetes. As the body tries to fight off the virus, blood glucose levels elevate, causing rapid and dangerous highs. And whe...

Why Doesn’t Glucagon Work with Alcohol?

You may have heard that glucagon is ineffective in treating low blood sugar when you're drinking. But why doesn't glucagon work with alcohol?

If You Take Insulin for Type 2 Diabetes, Your Doctor Should Also Prescribe This…

If you take insulin as a person with type 2 diabetes, your healthcare provider should prescribe emergency glucagon, too. Here’s why…

Emergency Glucagon for Type 2 Diabetes: “My blood sugar was 37 mg/dL…”

If you take insulin as a person with type 2 diabetes, emergency glucagon could save your life during a severe low blood sugar. Learn more…

A Frightening Lack of Glucagon Access in Mexico

An ideal scenario would be to have multiple prescriptions of glucagon in your refrigerator, hoping never to use them.

Oral Medications and The Risk of Hypoglycemia

Some oral medications have a higher risk of hypoglycemia than others. Read which oral medications are more likely to cause low blood sugar.

When Medications are Prescribed for Type 2 Diabetes Management

Doctors follow a set of protocols to determine when to recommend medications to T2D patients. Learn when they're likely to prescribe them.

Hypoglycemia and Outdoor Activities

You should be able to enjoy your favorite outdoor activities without worrying about hypoglycemia. However, it's always good to be prepared. This article will show you how to prevent hypoglycemia ...

Severe Hypoglycemia Disaster Preparedness Plan

Severe hypoglycemia can strike when you least expect it and be disastrous. Know what to do in the case of an emergency.