Type 2 Diabetes - Patient Resource Page

NOTE: The key to health success is working with your Endocrinologist, CDE, and Pediatrician or Primary Care Doctor. This page and Bubl Health act as supplements to care from a qualified and licensed physician.

Curated by Grace Chen

Start Here - General Type 2 Diabetes Information

CDC

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases

Mayo Clinic

WebMD

Healthline

Beyond Type 2


Understanding Treatment Options

Mayo Clinic Diabetes Prevention: 5 Tips for Taking Control

Mayo Clinic Diagnosis and Treatment

American Diabetes Association

WebMD Type 2 Diabetes Treatments

How to Find the Right Type 2 Diabetes Treatment

Side Effects and Interactions of Diabetes Drugs

When Your Type 2 Diabetes Treatment Isn’t Working

Insulin, Medicines, & Other Diabetes Treatments


Programs and Resources

Type 2 Diabetes Resources

American Diabetes Association: Living with Type 2 Diabetes Program

CDC Diabetes Interventions

National Diabetes Prevention Program

National Diabetes Prevention Program: Registry of All Recognized Organizations

10 Exercises for Diabetes

WebMD Diabetes Resources


Connect with the Diabetes Community

TuDiabetes

Type 2 Diabetes Facebook Support Group

#DSMA on Twitter

American Diabetes Association Support Community


Questions to ask your doctor

Should I check my blood sugar levels at home with a glucose monitor? How often should I check them?

What are my goals regarding blood sugar levels?

What are the warning signs or symptoms that my blood sugars are too high? What do I do if my blood sugars are too high?

What are the warning signs or symptoms that my blood sugars are too low? What do I do if my blood sugars are too low?

How can I change my lifestyle and diet in a way that will be healthy?

Will I always need medications/insulin? How will you evaluate whether these medications are the best treatment for me?

What should I do if I miss a dose?

What type of exercise program should I follow? What types of activities should I avoid?

How can exercise affect my blood sugar?

Do I have any dietary restrictions?


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