Living with Diabetes

Having diabetes means making some changes in your everyday life. These changes may seem hard at first, but the goal is to keep your blood glucose under control to keep you healthier longer and to help you feel better.

The best way to manage diabetes is to learn more about it. Every diabetes management plan includes monitoring, meal planning and physical activity. Some management plans include oral medications or insulin. Your treatment plan is based on what your body needs. Your treatment plan will change over time as your body changes. Remember that the best treatment plan is the one that keeps your blood glucose levels in control.

Steps to a Healthier Cleveland partners with the Diabetes Association of Greater Cleveland (DAGC) to help Clevelanders with diabetes live long, healthy lives. Visit www.dagc.org for helpful resources to manage diabetes, including: