Your Health

Mentally and emotionally, it is valid to feel uneasy about COVID-19. Although these emotions are normal and expected in this time of uncertainty, there are ways to cope.

Managing emotions is difficult for both children and parents during times of high stress. The technique of "connect and reflect" can go a long way in making the time at home much more enjoyable for everyone.

During times of crisis, we know children cope better when their parents cope better. Now is the time to make a plan and lay the course for the next couple of months to help your family adapt and overcome.

American Diabetes Association Diabetes Alert Day® is on March 24, 2020. This day focuses on ‘alerting’ everyone about the prevalence of type 2 diabetes, and the importance of understanding your risk. The sooner you know you are at risk, the sooner you can take steps to prevent or manage diabetes. One step that you can take for diabetes prevention is to rethink your drink!

This is the first article of a four-part series for Diabetes Alert Day.