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Are there any studies or statistics about the different hand cleaning agents that are available and if they (and by how much) affect blood sugar numbers?

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As a new resident of the U.S., where can I find information on how to dispose of my used insulin syringes and pen needles?

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My son has been having early morning seizures when his blood sugar is in range. The doctors said they’re not hypoglycemic, but are diabetes related. Have you heard of this?

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Is it better for a person with type 1 diabetes to get the injected flu vaccine or to use the Flu Mist nasal vaccine?

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Due to lows and decreased insulin, I had my daughter’s C-Peptide level checked. It was in the normal range. After three years with diabetes, how can this be? Can she still be producing some insulin? Could the test have been done improperly?

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My brother has had type 1 for years. His doctor says he is going blind in one eye and needs liver tests. I am in the U.S. How can I help him?

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My nine-year-old son started having night terrors around the age of six, but they disappeared. Last week, when he had a stomach virus and high blood sugars, the terrors resumed. Are they related to his diabetes?

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My teen son has the beginnings glaucoma, according to one eye doctor. Is this because he has some elevated blood sugars or from built up pressure behind his eyes?

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Years ago, I had my belly button pierced, but it did not heal. Is it okay to try it again? My doctor doesn’t recommend it because of my age and my diabetes.

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According to my son’s doctor, during a seizure, the body reacts to a low by releasing adrenaline, which stimulates the liver to release glucose and this does not cause death. Is this true?

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