What are some of the things that doctors want patients to know about diabetes? How can patients manage their diabetes and potential heart disease risk?
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“There are new therapies that can reduce the risk.”
Watch Dr. Connelly discuss the connection between diabetes and heart health.
If you have type 2 diabetes and a history of heart disease, controlling your blood sugar alone may not be enough. But, there are medications that – along with diet and exercise - have been proven to lower the risk of dying from events related to your heart and blood vessels.
Type 2 diabetes & your health
Diabetes doesn’t only affect blood sugar levels, it can affect your whole body. Fortunately, there are some simple steps you can take right away to help your health.
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