   |
|
|
|
|
|
Diabetes Tip #13Dick Clark, often called America's Oldest Teenager, has had diabetes for over a decade, but he only made it public in spring 2004. When he learned that more than two-thirds of people with diabetes die from heart disease, Clark wanted to get the word out. That's why Clark at 74 decided to finally come forward and publicize his condition. He teamed up with the American Association of Diabetes Educators and pharmaceutical manufacturer Merck & Co. as spokesman for a campaign called "Diabetes: Know the Heart Part.""I've had type 2 diabetes for 11 years now, and when this news came out that two-thirds of the people with diabetes die of heart disease and stroke, it seemed like a good idea to get out and beat the bushes and let people know, hey-we've got a problem," Clark said. The "Diabetes: Know the Heart Part" campaign was launched in April 2004. Clark traveled to several cities nationwide to educate people on the link between diabetes, heart attack and stroke. Clark's career spans more than 50 years. The former host of "American Bandstand" and producer of the American Music Awards, he is one of the most successful entrepreneurs of broadcast entertainment. His TV and radio career kept him so busy that he never recognized the symptoms of his type 2 diabetes, often called a "silent killer" for its behind-the- scenes way of sneaking up on the body's vascular, nervous and other systems. Then came his diagnosis in 1994. "I just went in for a regular physical checkup with my doctor. I was surprised. I didn't have any classic symptoms of elevated blood glucose such as increased thirst or urination, but I understand that many people with type 2 diabetes do not have symptoms. At first my doctor said it could be handled with diet and exercise, and if that didn't work, then he'd give me medication." Clark now successfully treats his diabetes with oral medications, a diet focused on controlling portion sizes, and 20 minutes of exercise daily. |
Diabetes Tip #1 Walking with a friend... what could be better? Morning exercise is recommended. Diabetes Tip #2 As a diabetic, you must always keep yourself well hydrated, and water is best. Diabetes Tip #3 Diabetic foot complications are the number one cause of nontraumatic foot amputations in the United States. More Diabetes Tips:Diabetes Tip #4Candy or toys? Diabetes Tip #5 Feed a cold. Diabetes Tip #6 Enjoy your exercise. Diabetes Tip #7 Hyperglycemia? Diabetes Tip #8 Your sweet tooth. Diabetes Tip #9 Pre-diabetes? Diabetes Tip #10 I hate to exercise. Diabetes Tip #11 Still hate to exercise. Diabetes Tip #12 Handful of nuts. Diabetes Tip #13 Anyone can have diabetes. |
|
|
|
