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Taking Control
Working With Your Diabetes Health Care Team

Diabetes affects the body in many complex ways, and having a team to help you stay as healthy and vital as possible, for as long as possible, is key.

Make Your Doctor Your Partner in Health

It's no picnic being a patient. But as long as you have to be one, it pays to make the most of it.

Why the Doctor Asks for a Urine Sample

Few tests can match the routine urine analysis for telling your doctor what's going on inside your body.

Why the Doctor Takes a Blood Sample

You probably don't enjoy giving a blood sample, but it's an important part of a physical exam. From a small sample of your blood, your health care provider can order scores of tests.

Diabetes Tests Worksheet

To manage your diabetes, it's important to get regular health exams. This list will help you track which exams you need.

Diabetes and Sensitive Topics

Diabetes affects every part of your life, and it can create problems that aren’t easy to talk about with your health care provider.

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When to Call the Doctor for Chronic Disease Problems

Between regular appointments, what should you do if symptoms flare up, or new ones appear?

Get the Most From Your Doctor Visits

To avoid wasting valuable time, be prepared for every doctor visit, using these suggestions.

Talking With Your Doctor About Alternative Medicine

Here are suggestions that can help you work with your doctor if you choose to use alternative therapies.

For Seniors: Choosing a New Doctor

Whatever the reason for needing a new primary care physician, these suggestions can help you find the right doctor.

How to Communicate With Your Health Care Provider

When you and your health care provider communicate well regarding health and personal issues, your health benefits.

Doctor-Patient Communication Quiz

Your doctor can't give you the best care if you don't say what's really going on. This true-false quiz will help you prepare for your next visit.