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Who Needs Insulin?

Do People with Type 2 Diabetes Need Insulin?
Insulin is the diabetes mainstay medication for millions of people with diabetes. It controls blood glucose in all people with type 1 diabetes, and for millions living with type 2 diabetes. Learn when insulin is necessary.

Basal and Bolus Insulin for People with Diabetes

Diabetic insulin administration around meal times requires work, but it helps diabetics control their basal rate and live better with diabetes. People with type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes may need to use bolus and basal insulin.

Insulin Glargine

A Diabetes Medication for Type 1 Diabetes or Type 2 Diabetes
Insulin can be used as a diabetes medication for either type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes. Learn about a type of insulin, glargine. Is it right for you to help you control your blood glucose level?

Diabetes Medication Development Process

Diabetes Medications Update
Current drugs help diabetics manage diabetes by lowering blood glucose and improving the production and use of insulin. Future diabetes medications will further improve diabetes glucose control. Learn about diabetes medications currently being developed.

Insulin: A Diabetes Medication

The History of Insulin as a Diabetes Treatment
Insulin was the first medication for diabetes, and it’s still the main diabetes medication for people with type 1 diabetes. Learn about the development of insulin and about the different types of insulin.

Insulin Side Effects

Allergic Reactions to Insulin in People with Diabetes
Insulin has a few side effects you should be aware of, including allergic reactions to insulin and hypoglycemia. Learn how to avoid insulin side effects, or deal with them if you experience them as you live with diabetes.

Traveling with Insulin

Travel Tips for People with Diabetes
When you travel with insulin, you can use ice to keep your insulin vials cold, as long as you use insulated containers like thermoses. Get tips for travelling (including camping) with insulin when you have diabetes.

Dealing with Diabetes at Work

Communicating Your Diabetes-related Needs to Your Employer

Diabetes Foot Care

Daily Foot Care When You Have Diabetes
Good diabetes foot care will help you detect complications while they are small and address them with your foot doctor. People with diabetes should visit a podiatrist (foot doctor) at least once a year.

How to Travel Well with Diabetes

Traveling with diabetes requires you prepare to manage your blood glucose on the road. Get quick travel tips, such as how much insulin and medication to bring so that you can manage your diabetes no matter where you are.