Chances are, you know someone with diabetes. In fact, the American Diabetes Association claims more than 37 million people have diabetes in the United States, and one in five are unaware of their condition. The number of people diagnosed is higher than it has ever been. And it’s not just impacting older adults. People are developing diabetes at younger ages and at higher rates. But the more you know about diabetes, the more you can do about preventing it, delaying it, or lessening its harmful effects. In honor of National Diabetes Month and National Family Caregivers Month, we’d like to offer insights on the connection between diabetes and dental and vision care, as well as tips for helping a friend or loved one manage diabetes. Diabetes and Dental Health Diabetes affects your body’s ability to process sugar – so the link between diabetes and oral health problems is high blood […]