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Type 2 Diabetes: The Basics

Diabetes & Endocrine • Reviewed November 2023

Type 2 diabetes affects how your body uses blood sugar. Learning the basics can help you manage it well and reduce your risk of complications.

Checking Your Blood Sugar at Home

Diabetes & Endocrine • Reviewed September 2025

Home blood sugar monitoring gives you and your care team valuable information for managing diabetes day to day.

Thyroid Health Basics

Diabetes & Endocrine • Reviewed February 2026

The thyroid gland affects energy, weight, and mood. Learn the basic signs of an underactive or overactive thyroid.

Page last reviewed: 05/09/2026