These are the personal experiences of individuals living with diabetes and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult with qualified health care professionals to meet your individual health and medical needs.
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Life with Diabetes
Diabetes Day by Day
Diabetes Day by Day is ADA's storytelling hub where people living with diabetes and their caregivers can share their experiences and read others, while also enjoying video conversations and interviews from people throughout the diabetes community.
Type 1
Meet Kaila
Competitive runner Kaila Jackson knows that getting a diabetes diagnosis doesn’t have to stand in the way of your goals.
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Type 2
Meet Bridgette
I have been managing diabetes since 2010 with an A1C in the double digits for over a
Gestational Diabetes
Meet Maria
I was first diagnosed with gestational diabetes in June 1996. I had to take insulin…
Type 2
Meet Christine
I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes a while ago. I recently had an infection in my…
Type 2
Meet Virginia
Every generation on my mom's side has/had type 2 diabetes. It's unreal how people don't…
Type 2
Meet Harvey
I was diagnosed with diabetes in 2008. I had no idea that I was a diabetic until I went…
Type 2
Meet Michelle
Hello, my name is Michelle. I was first diagnosed with diabetes in April 2000. It was…
Type 2
Meet Dwayne
My name is Dwayne, and at the beginning of 2024, I received a life-changing diagnosis…
Type 2
Meet Amitabh
At age 63, having missed my annual physical due to COVID and ignoring obvious signs of
Eye Health
Meet Martin E.C.
The Importance of Learning and Understanding Your Health Care Journey When I was…
Type 2
Sharing My Story: Jahna Houston
“I ADVOCATE TO GIVE OTHERS HOPE!” By Jahna Houston I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes…
Eye Health
Meet Serena
Serena lives in Houston, TX. She finds purpose in helping others find the information…
Type 1
Meet Sielei
When I was 11, I became very sick with a flu virus, my mom thought that medicine and…
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Diabetes Day by Day is a podcast that provides practical advice for people with diabetes and their caregivers on how to live with diabetes. The podcast is presented by Neil Skolnik, MD, and Sara Wettergreen, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, along with other guests. You can listen to Diabetes Day by Day on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and Spotify.
Mental Health and Diabetes: From Awareness to Action
Join Drs. Neil Skolnik and Sara Wettergreen in this episode as they discuss the importance of emotional wellbeing in overall health.
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Get to Know Project Power
A new episode of Diabetes Day by Day is here! Join Drs. Neil Skolnik and Sara Wettergreen as they share tips to increase movement in honor of April
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Compounded Medications: Navigating Risks in Diabetes and Obesity Treatments
Join Drs. Neil Skolnik and Sara Wettergreen as they delve into the differences between FDA-approved medications and compounded and counterfeit
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There’s an App for That!
A new episode of Diabetes Day by Day is here! Join Drs. Neil Skolnik and Sara Wettergreen as they dive into the world of mobile health technology and
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ADA's Standards of Care in Diabetes—2025: Key Points and Updates
A new year brings a new episode of Diabetes Day by Day! Join Drs. Neil Skolnik and Sara Wettergreen as they provide an overview of the ADA’s Standards
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Why Knowing About Heart Failure May Be Important to You
November marks American Diabetes Month®, and we're thrilled to share a new episode of Diabetes Day by Day! Join Drs. Neil Skolnik and Sara Wettergreen
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Diabetes and an Abundance Mentality
November marks American Diabetes Month®, and we're thrilled to share a new episode of Diabetes Day by Day! Join Drs. Neil Skolnik and Sara Wettergreen
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Navigating Nutrition: Your Guide to Thriving with Diabetes
Drs. Neil Skolnik and Sara Wettergreen zero in on nutrition in diabetes, offering practical tips and advice to help you thrive. Our special guests
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Flavors of Tradition: Embracing Culture in the Diabetes Journey
Drs. Neil Skolnik and Sara Wettergreen celebrate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, exploring the role of nutrition and how cultural heritage can
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