MSU Extension Chronic Disease

• Type 1 diabetes and high school

  Published on February 20, 2018
  As teens become more independent in high school, they also take on more responsibility managing their diabetes.

• Diabetes judgement

  Published on February 19, 2018
  Tips for acknowledging and overcoming diabetes stereotypes.

• Type 1 diabetes children and sleepovers

  Published on February 15, 2018
  Some things to consider when your type 1 diabetic child is ready to start sleeping away from home.

• Being involved in research studies

  Published on February 15, 2018
  Support health research by becoming a ResearchMatch volunteer today.

• Good nutrition – it’s not just for Olympians

  Published on February 11, 2018
  You don’t need to be an Olympian to understand the importance of good nutrition. Resources such as MyPlate can help anyone eat a healthy, well-balanced diet.

• Walking for exercise can help people with arthritis

  Published on February 8, 2018
  Use these tips to help make walking for exercise a regular part of your lifestyle.

• Help lower your high blood pressure with the DASH eating plan

  Published on January 8, 2018
  The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) eating plan can be part of an overall plan to manage your blood pressure.

• Traveling abroad with diabetes: Part 3

  Published on January 8, 2018
  Reflections from a teen with type 1 diabetes who traveled abroad.

• Traveling abroad with diabetes: Part 2

  Published on January 5, 2018
  How to prepare for a trip abroad when your teen has diabetes.

• Reading the label can help you keep your heart healthy

  Published on January 18, 2018
  Reducing sodium intake is key to heart health. Here are some tips to help you start.