Lower your risk: Control stress. When you're stressed, your heartbeat speeds up and your blood pressure skyrockets. The next time you feel tension taking over, sit back and look at what's bothering you.

Taking care of yourself means creating a routine for things like meals, exercising, and taking medicine. But sometimes this routine is disrupted when you travel. Your healthcare team can help you work out a travel plan. Read on for some helpful tips to get you started.

Most people with heart problems, including high blood pressure, need to eat less salt, or sodium. Here are some ideas on how to do that.

When you're sick, even with just a cold, your blood sugar level may rise. Ask your healthcare team to help you develop a sick-day plan for controlling blood sugar. Here are some guidelines.

Insulin won't work if it's swallowed, so it must be given by injection. Your health care team will show you how to give insulin injections.

To treat a severe foot infection, you may be hospitalized. You may also be referred to healthcare providers who specialize in treating infections. In some cases, surgery is advised. Read on to learn more.

Diabetes makes it harder for the body to heal. Even minor problems, like a blister, can become infected. If not treated, infections can spread and damage nearby tissues. Prompt treatment by your healthcare provider can help clear up infections and restore your health.

Monitoring the level of sugar (glucose) in your blood is the key to controlling your diabetes. To be sure your glucose and insulin are in balance, check your blood sugar regularly. You can check your blood sugar level by using a blood glucose meter. Here's how.

Type 2 diabetes is a long-term (chronic) condition. You'll need to balance your medicine with diet and activity. This will help you manage your type 2 diabetes. You will also need to check your blood sugar often. And you'll work with your doctor to prevent complications.

Diabetes is a lifelong condition. Learn how to manage your diabetes by doing things like eating healthy foods, getting good-quality sleep, and checking your blood sugar.