MSU Extension Diabetes

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  Celebrating 100 years of Michigan State University Extension in Alcona County

  Published on October 19, 2017
  Alcona County and Michigan State University Extension are celebrating 100 years since the introduction of Extension to Alcona County in May 1917.

• Common anxieties and concerns for teens with type 1 diabetes

  Published on September 28, 2017
  Type 1 diabetes can add additional stress to teenage years.

• Exercise and type 1 diabetes recommendations

  Published on September 19, 2017
  Exercise is important for your overall health and wellness, especially if you have type 1 diabetes.

• Natural disasters are a sad reminder to be medically prepared for any emergency home-exit

  Published on September 6, 2017
  Before a natural disaster, it's important that you prepare a diabetes emergency kit.

• Travel tips for parents of children with diabetes

  Published on August 30, 2017
  Are you concerned about an upcoming trip with your child who has diabetes? Take a few precautions and enjoy your travel.

• New drivers and type 1 diabetes

  Published on August 29, 2017
  When your teen has type 1 diabetes, a good plan is necessary for your child’s safe transition from passenger to driver.

• Kids with diabetes should be encouraged to play sports and exercise

  Published on August 22, 2017
  It is important for kids with diabetes to manage their blood sugar levels when exercising.

• Swimming benefits for people with diabetes

  Published on July 31, 2017
  

• Puberty's impact on type 1 diabetes

  Published on July 31, 2017
  Puberty demands more blood sugar control for type 1 diabetes

• Make your own healthy, diabetes-friendly freezer meals

  Published on July 24, 2017
  Tips for freezing foods conveniently and safely

• Swimming while wearing an insulin pump

  Published on July 18, 2017
  Swimming can be a great way to cool off in the summer, but is it safe to bring your insulin pump into the water?

• Beverage choice can have a big impact on blood sugar

  Published on June 29, 2017
  Reading the nutrition facts label on beverages is an important habit for diabetics.

• Stress and diabetes

  Published on June 26, 2017
  It is important for diabetics to know how stress affects blood glucose levels.

• The internet and your health information

  Published on June 14, 2017
  Can the internet be trusted for your health information?

• Branch County's Friend's Health & Nutrition Day Camp

  Published on June 14, 2017
  The purpose of Friend’s Health and Nutrition Day camp is to provide a 5-day camp to children ages 7-11 in Branch County to increase their knowledge and awareness of healthy eating, physical fitness and 4-H participation.

• Tips for finding the right babysitter for type 1 diabetic youth

  Published on June 13, 2017
  Being a parent of a type 1 diabetic puts a spin on hiring a babysitter.

• Summer camp tips for parents of type 1 diabetics

  Published on June 12, 2017
  Extra planning ensures a safe camping experience for type 1 diabetics.

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  Strengthening primary patient care with land-grant partnerships

  Published on May 25, 2017
  An MSU Extension partnership is serving as a model of how the Cooperative Extension System can collaborate with medical schools and faculty to increase health research and strengthen primary care delivery to patients.

• The importance of noticing our stress cues

  Published on May 15, 2017
  The earlier we become aware of our stress cues and take steps to deal with our stress in a healthy and productive way the stronger our resilience.

• Type 2 diabetes and tips for teens

  Published on May 12, 2017
  Follow some simple steps to help your teen avoid type 2 diabetes.