Hemoglobin A1c is a test used to measure your average blood sugar levels over the past 3 months. It can be a useful tool for managing diabetes and can be used to make adjustments to your treatment ...

You're currently following this author! Want to unfollow? Unsubscribe via the link in your email. Follow Kelly Burch Every time Kelly publishes a story, you’ll get an alert straight to your inbox!

For adults managing diabetes, an A1C level of 7% or lower is widely considered the standard target for healthy blood sugar control, according to Dr. Lacy Anderson. An A1C test reflects a person's ...

A new study jointly conducted by digital chronic care management tool Omada and Evidation Health found that patients using Omada’s diabetes management program reduced their A1c level and average of ...

Medically reviewed by Jane Kim, MD Key Takeaways Blood sugar levels for older adults should be monitored regularly because ...

In early 2020, upon recommendation by leading endocrinologists, American Diabetes Association lowered the target hemoglobin A1C guidelines for children with type 1 diabetes. Their goal in recommending ...

A nurse practitioner-led remote patient monitoring program improves glycemic control in uninsured patients with diabetes despite engagement barriers, with the sharpest A1c drop in the first 3 months.

Making early changes to your lifestyle or taking medication can help manage blood sugar levels effectively, reducing your risk of long-term health issues. Your blood sugar and A1C levels reflect how ...

Frequent hot tub bathing had a positive impact on glycemia, blood pressure, and body weight in patients with type 2 diabetes, in the first real-world study to analyze the effect of this type of heat ...