No doubt, a diabetes diagnosis changes a person’s life. They may
find themselves doing things they’ve never had to do before,
like check their blood sugar multiple times a day, count
carbohydrates, and perhaps even give themselves insulin shots.
Even starting an exercise plan may be a first for them. The good
news is that diabetes educators are available to help. They’re
health care professionals who teach diabetics how to adjust
their lifestyle and behavior so that they can successfully
manage their disease. TMC Certified Diabetes Educator Nancy Klug
developed her passion for educating others about diabetes after
two close family members were diagnosed with it. She’s been
helping diabetics understand their disease, and get their blood
sugar under control for more than 25 years. She shares some
valuable information about appropriate diabetes testing, and how
the disease is managed, as National Diabetes Prevention Month
comes to a close. Type 1 Diabetes Background: People with Type 1
diabetes often get strong