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How thyroids can impact weight management

For many people, the health of their thyroid gland plays a major role in properly maintaining a healthy weight. During Thyroid Awareness Month , learning more about the organ and getting support if needed is important.

Care for your eyes; prevent diabetic eye disease with a yearly eye exam

Diabetic eye diseases can result in significant vision loss. The best method to catching the signs of these conditions is with a yearly eye exam.

Keep your Eyes Healthy; Prevent Diabetes from Impacting your Vision

The longer you live with a diabetes diagnosis, the higher your risk of developing diabetic retinopathy. Regular eye exams help maintain the health of your eyes and prevent vision loss.

UIUC student encourages others to listen to your body, take action on diabetes

Will Hodge, a freshman at UIUC, listened to his body and sought treatment before being diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. Read his story and learn how Diabetes Alert Day is encouraging others to understand the risks and seriousness of diabetes.

Keep your vision strong; learn more how diabetes can affect eye health

Some may be unaware that diabetes can directly affect your eye health as well. Carle experts encourage patients to be attentive to their eye health needs while managing their diabetes.

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