myDC

Browse our community news, access your myDC areas, and check out various features by clicking on the icons above. Help our community grow!

Please note: The views and opinions of authors expressed herein do not necessarily state or reflect those of Diabetes Canada, and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes. Readers’ discretion is required.

myDC Blog

Filter

No items were found matching the selected filters.

Meals on a budget

Healthy Eating

With a little planning, healthy eating can be easy on your wallet.

Crazy to say, but being diagnosed with diabetes has turned out to be positive

Team Diabetes

Team Diabetes participant Neli Avila shares her story

October is for Green Bean Saltado

Healthy Eating

Serve this alternative to plain-old green beans this Thanksgiving

Kids at lower risk of DKA with regular health care

Research

An early diagnosis of type 1 diabetes is key for avoiding this life-threatening condition

Diabetes Canada Shares Urgent Need for National Diabetes Strategy With Federal Government’s Standing Committee on Finance

National News

On September 18, 2018, Kimberley Hanson, Director of Federal Affairs at Diabetes Canada presented to the Standing Committee on Finance as part of the organization’s ongoing advocacy to improve policy and funding to the growing diabetes epidemic faced by one in three Canadians.

Sugar substitutes

Healthy Eating

Are sugar stand-ins a better option for your health?

Share your #MyFreeStyleLibre story!

Healthy Living

We want to hear about your personal experience with the FreeStyle Libre system and the impact that it has had on your life. For every story shared, Abbott will donate $5 to Diabetes Canada to help advance diabetes research.

Study identifies more types of diabetes

Research

A new understanding could lead to more focused treatments

September is for Walnut and Flax Carrot Cookies

Healthy Eating

Living with diabetes doesn’t mean you can’t have a treat occasionally

Protein predicts who will respond to eye treatment

Research

Research may lead to more personalized care.

Breastfeeding lowers risk of type 2 diabetes in mother

Research

Nursing cuts rates in half.

Ready for back-to-school 2018? Here’s one tip that belongs on your list

Community News

Start the school year right by decluttering and donating today!

August is for Super-Greens Caesar Salad with Roasted Chicken

Healthy Eating

Enjoy this lighter, fibre-rich take on a classic

Summer meal makeovers

Healthy Eating

Simple hacks to enjoy your seasonal favourites.

How to exercise safely in the summer heat

Healthy Living

Continue to enjoy your favourite activities while following these precautions.

Apple Almond Phyllo Tart (recipe video)

Healthy Eating

Wow guests with this easy twist on your mom’s homemade apple pie.

New stem cell treatment being tested

Research

A Vancouver man is the first to receive experimental therapy.

Donations for D-Camps replace clinking for kisses at this wedding

DCAMPs

Heather and Mike Hinz create a new tradition

July is for Crispy Chickpeas and Pumpkin Seeds with Lime

Healthy Eating

A tasty addition to meals or as a snack all on their own

Looking forward to a cure

Community News

Andrew Peart, and his daughter, Zori, face the challenges of living with type 1 diabetes together

Driven to Make a Difference

Community News

Enter this contest for a chance to meet Charlie Kimball, the first winning IndyCar Series driver with type 1 diabetes

What’s one of the healthiest diets today?

Healthy Eating

Traditional Middle Eastern fare offers benefits similar to the Mediterranean diet.

Diagnosing the legacy of type 2 diabetes

Community News

Larry Krotz’s new book explores the high rates of diabetes among Canada’s Indigenous population and how it affects all of us

Seal oil shows promise in type 1 diabetes

Research

Nerve fibres regrow with an omega-3 supplement.

June is for Papaya, Avocado, and Orange Salad

Healthy Living

This flavourful dish is a welcome change from your typical green salad

What can your blood tell you about your risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease?

Research

“Death receptors” can be a sign of tissue damage.

Effective strategies for managing exercise in type 1 diabetes

Healthy Living

Physical activity is important for everyone, but especially important for people with diabetes.

Trying to quit smoking?

Healthy Living

Why not give it a try on World No Tobacco Day

Linguine with Oven-Dried Tomatoes and Roasted Garlic (Video)

Healthy Eating

This flavourful “any time” pasta recipe is a cinch to prepare

Banting House – home to the discovery that changed the world

Community News

Samantha Redden and her mother made a visit to “this special place where insulin was discovered”

Diabetes + high blood pressure during pregnancy = risky combination

Research

Together, these two conditions raise health risks later in life.

Are all fats bad for you?

Healthy Eating

The short answer is no.

What’s your vision for your health?

Healthy Living

Knowing how to take care of and keep your eyes healthy is important

How are your feet?

Healthy Living

Knowing how to take care of and keep your feet healthy is important

May is for Pork and Okra Creole

Healthy Eating

Serve this quick flavourful dish with rice or another grain of your choice

Declutter for Earth Day

Community News

Show your love for the planet

A big thank you to our volunteers!

Community News

April 15 to 21 is National Volunteer Week

I am so proud of my son

Community News

Karen Hammond shares the story of her son’s diabetes diagnosis

Super Salmon

Healthy Eating

Quick and easy, this recipe is perfect anytime

April is for Crustless Apple and Roasted Fennel Quiche

Healthy Eating

This easy dish is perfect for breakfast or brunch

Stigma should not be part of a diabetes diagnosis

Community News

Negative beliefs and attitudes about type 2 diabetes have consequences for emotional and physical health

Can bagged salads help you eat healthily?

Healthy Eating

Yes, depending on the toppings and dressings

Starting insulin? Watch these helpful videos now

Healthy Living

These videos take the drama (and trauma) out of injecting insulin

Soup, anyone?

Healthy Eating

Spring may be around the corner, but it’s not here yet

Five reasons to eat fermented foods

Healthy Eating

Why these foods are undergoing a revival

Water activities are good for diabetes control

Research

Research offers a possible solution for those who find it hard to exercise

March is for Salmon and Quinoa Patties

Healthy Eating

Delicious, simple and healthy are three reasons to try these patties

What can food do for you?

Healthy Eating

Everything from stabilizing your blood sugar, to helping to prevent diabetes complications

Treatment improves the success of islet transplants

Research

Study targets a new location under the skin

Party hearty—but healthy—in the New Year

Healthy Eating

Healthy gatherings start with the host

Effective exercise strategies for people with type 2 diabetes

Healthy Living

The key is to be more active in a way that works for you

New survey conducted shows 86 per cent of Canadians with diabetes take managing their diabetes very seriously

Healthy Living

For Canadians living with diabetes, some days feel like a challenge

February is for Toasted Coconut Almond Granola

Healthy Eating

This easy-to-make snack also provides a delicious breakfast option

Helping teens with type 1 diabetes move to adult care

Research

Strong support can make a positive difference to their lives and diabetes in future

Less sleep linked to type 2 diabetes in kids

Research

More naptime may help prevent the disease later in life

Muffins for breakfast?

Healthy Eating

How do you make muffins part of a nutritious breakfast? Start with a good mix of foods.

What’s for lunch?

Healthy Eating

Wraps, burritos, and pocket sandwiches can be healthy options...as long as you watch the sodium.

Are meal replacement drinks for you?

Healthy Eating

If you find yourself in a rush or on the go without a meal at the ready, a meal replacement drink might just be the answer.

10 things that have more sugar than you might think

Healthy Eating

You might (or might not) be surprised by some of the items on this list

January is for Kale, Beet, and Chickpea Power Bowls

Healthy Eating

Vegetables, grains, protein and healthy fats=a balanced meal

Go international with your next DIY pizza

Healthy Eating

Making pizza? Try a healthy, fresh twist

Can convenience foods be nutritious?

Healthy Eating

Sure if you keep a few things in mind

Outdoor activity is good for your heart

Research

The combination of exercise and vitamin D seems to help people with diabetes

Top 10 Diabetes Pet Peeves

Community News

When was the last time somebody asked you which type of diabetes you have?

Is temperature a factor in gestational diabetes?

Research

Colder temperatures are linked to lower rates of gestational diabetes

The effect of fresh fruit on type 2 diabetes

Research

A new study looks at the benefits

December is for Roasted Winter Veggies and Tri-Coloured Potatoes

Healthy Eating

Roasted vegetables are comfort food, pure and simple

New tool predicts kidney failure

Research

The tool is useful for those with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes

I really had to pee…a lot

Community News

Oh, I have type 2 diabetes

November is for Roasted Vegetable Minestrone

Healthy Eating

Enjoy the flavours of fall in this hearty soup

Live a day with type 1 diabetes

Advocacy

Receiving the disability tax credits helps people like me afford many health-related necessities to keep them alive

Let’s End Diabetes Now

Community News

Give today and support researchers like Dr. Pere Santamaria whose work could change the life of Suzy Shalla and other Canadians living with type 1 diabetes

Insulin: Dr. Banting’s Legacy

Research

On World Diabetes Day (and the birthday of Dr. Banting), let’s celebrate the discovery that saved lives and changed the world

Why we have to stop blaming people with type 2 diabetes

Community News

Tim Clark shares his thoughts and his personal story

Diabetes de-stress

Healthy Living

Let physical activity help ease your mind and body in anxious situations

What’s your risk for developing type 2 diabetes?

Healthy Living

Dwayne “Bubba” Vermette shares his story about making changes after being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes

Celebrating our Diabetes Educator of the Year

Professional Members

Diabetes Canada thanks Sherri Pockett for her commitment to those living with diabetes

Steroid medication & diabetes – what’s the link?

Healthy Living

Your high blood sugar levels may be the result of taking steroid medication

Walking for exercise, health, fun and more

Healthy Living

There are many reasons to walk (and enjoy it), as Bernie Wiebe shares

Why the disability tax credit matters to my family

Advocacy

Samantha Roth talks about the time and money that goes into raising a child with type 1 diabetes.

Enjoy delicious DIY Indian food

Healthy Eating

Making traditional dishes healthier has important health benefits

What’s in your child’s lunchbox?

Healthy Eating

Delicious and nutritious meals can help keep blood sugar levels under control

Are smoothies really good for you?

Healthy Living

Find out why drinking your fruit may not be the healthiest option

Do you know your risk for developing type 2 diabetes?

Community News

Take our online diabetes test and find out now

Could gestational diabetes be predicted from childhood?

Research

Early menstruation may be associated with diabetes during pregnancy

Happy diaversary, Tyler!

Community News

Dena Keller shares the story of her son’s brick at Banting House

Red blood cells may hold the key to preventing type 1 diabetes

Research

This discovery may improve treatment for autoimmune diseases

Bringing Canada’s diabetes community together

Professional Members

Professional Conference helps health-care teams better support people with diabetes

Type 2 diabetes reversed in the short term with intensive treatment

Research

Diabetes Canada supports groundbreaking research

What’s your risk of developing type 2 diabetes?

Healthy Living

Take this simple diabetes test and find out now

Water is the best choice for your health

Research

Drinking water has many benefits, especially if you have or are at risk for type 2 diabetes

Childhood fitness offers benefits later in life

Research

Early activity may predict adult health

Smoking + diabetes = a bad combination

Research

Lung cancer is not the only health concern

Genes tell the body where to store fat

Research

A bigger middle increases the risk of diabetes

A day in the life: a single mom with kids with type 1 diabetes

Community News

Amy Crespi shares her story of parenting children with diabetes

What’s in your pantry?

Healthy Eating

Keeping the right foods on hand gives you a head start for nutritious meals

From unsure to confident: a teen with type 1 diabetes

Advocacy

Diabetes Canada volunteer and advocate Oria James shares her story

Food & your blood sugar

Healthy Eating

Learn more about summer foods that will keep your sugars stable, and those that will send them sky-high

Fitness for kids

DCAMPs

Children with diabetes can and should lead healthy and active lives

Make history with a personalized brick from Banting House

Community News

Marie-Christine Gauvin shares her story

New technology, research and more at the Vancouver Type 1 Diabetes Expo

Community News

Harjeet Gill and her parents look forward to attending this fall's event

I am being kept alive by a machine

Community News

The insulin pump is a marvel of modern medical technology that not only keeps me alive, but allows me to live with diabetes however I choose

Diabetes doesn’t slow down this race car driver

Community News

Meet Charlie Kimball, the first licenced driver with type 1 diabetes to compete in Canada.

Study shines light on vitamin D’s role in type 2 diabetes risk

Research

Low levels of the vitamin worsen the impact of a high-fat diet.

Overcoming the tyranny of Brussels sprouts

Advocacy

Getting kids to eat healthily can seem impossible, but there are steps we can all take.

Teaming up with health-care professionals at Leadership Forum 2017

Professional Members

Working with health-care volunteers to support people living with diabetes.

How do you make a character with diabetes believable?

Community News

We interviewed author K.J. Howe about her new novel, and character, Thea Paris

The rewards of family fitness

Healthy Living

Everyone wins when the whole family gets fit

Running from the diabetes tsunami

Healthy Living

Years of leading a sedentary lifestyle, along with unhealthy eating habits, brought me here.

Diabetes does not define me

Healthy Living

I am determined to live an amazing life with diabetes.

Eating well at work or play

Healthy Eating

Learn how to plan and pace yourself throughout the day and week.

What’s the deal with gluten?

Healthy Eating

Before you hit the gluten-free section at your grocery store, read this.

Bowl to Strike Out Stigma this June

Community News

Make a difference in the lives of Canadians living with diabetes by supporting education, programs, services, and research now.

Gestational diabetes changed my life in ways I could never have imagined

Team Diabetes

Joella Burbidge shares her story.

How do you strike out the stigma of diabetes?

Community News

It starts with a conversation.

How can you improve your relationship with food?

Healthy Eating

Put the spotlight on what you eat starting now.

Don’t be sorry for my daughter because she has diabetes

Community News

A father talks about his daughter’s diagnosis.

Donating to Clothesline helps fight diabetes

Community News

Clothesline campaign winner Colin Deacon and his wife, Jennifer, do their part to end diabetes.

Every word in this song was written by someone with diabetes

Community News

It’s time to end the shame, blame and misinformation about the disease.

Join The Community

For the first time ever you can have an all-in-one myDC account for Team Diabetes, event registration, fundraising, memberships, the myDC online community, and more.

Learn More!

myDC Areas

myDC Forums >

myDC Blog >

Donate Your Clothes

One hundred per cent of net proceeds raised by Clothesline directly support Diabetes Canada and world-leading diabetes research, education and advocacy.

Donate your gently used clothing today!

Upcoming Events

2018 Flame of Hope Concert

Calling all Sarnia music lovers. Join us Oct. 19th at the Flame of Hope Concert fundraiser. Eleven fantastic bands, a taco bar & more! Proceeds go to the D-Camp program.

October 19, 2018 06:00 PM
Point Edward

Country Legends Tribute Tour, Owen Sound

Join us at North America's #1 Country Music Tribute Show featuring Keith Urban, Garth Brooks and The Zac Brown Band.

October 19, 2018 07:30 PM
Owen Sound

Diabetes Family Fun Day

Have a child affected by type 1 diabetes? Join us on Oct. 21 for a FREE afternoon of fun & education at Sky Zone in Kitchener! Refreshments and light snacks included.

October 21, 2018 12:30 PM
Kitchener

Diabetes Canada Professional Section of Central Newfoundland: 6th Annual Diabetes Retreat and Meeting

October 26, 2018 09:30 AM
Grand Falls-Windsor

Family Fun Day

Free Halloween-themed educational and fun event for families that have children who are living with type 1 diabetes

October 26, 2018 06:00 PM
Mississauga

Keep diabetes research moving forward

Your donation will ensure research never stops – help End Diabetes Now.

Donate