Diabetes - What To Know

06/02/2026

Heart disease can develop silently. High blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity can quietly strain both the heart and kidneys long before symptoms appear. This article explains why early testing—such as a uACR urine test—can uncover hidden risk sooner and help prevent more serious problems later on.

Many people think heart disease and kidney disease are completely separate conditions. But doctors now know that the heart and kidneys are closely connected and often affect each other. As cardiologist Dr. Javed Butler explains, one of the biggest myths is believing that the heart and kidneys work i...

05/31/2026

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05/26/2026

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05/24/2026

Weight expert Dr. Megha Poddar explains all the benefits of GLP-1 medications for our overall health... not just the number on the scale.

05/19/2026

Did you know that a simple urine test called uACR can reveal signs of early stress on the kidney and heart? In this video, doctors explain how this test can catch potential issues early—and how that early insight can allow healthcare teams to step in sooner and prevent problems down the road.

05/17/2026

80% of people with type 2 diabetes have high blood pressure. So today on World Hypertension Day, it's a good time for a public service announcement that everyone with type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure should be asking their healthcare provider about getting a uACR test at their next check-up. Here's two cardiologists explaining what the test measures and why it matters...

05/13/2026

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05/12/2026

Managing weight can feel overwhelming, but help is available. In this episode, obesity expert Dr. Sandy Van explains how medical support and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can work together to make weight management feel more manageable.

05/12/2026

Early warning signs aren’t always obvious.

An elevated uACR may signal increased risk for heart disease—especially among people with diabetes, high blood pressure, or a family history of kidney disease.

This infographic breaks down what uACR is and why it’s worth paying attention to.

05/12/2026

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