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Check your blood sugar before meals and at bedtime. |
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Exercise daily. |
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Follow a meal plan. |
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Take care of your heart. Check your blood pressure and know what your cholesterol levels are. |
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Take your medicine daily as directed by your doctor. |
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Take care of your feet. Use a mirror to check the bottoms of feet and in between toes. |
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Take care of your teeth. Brush at least 2 times a day and floss daily. |
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Manage stress and depression. |
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Have a disaster plan in place. |
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Manage your sick days. |
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Create goals for yourself. |
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Make doctors appointments and get the tests you need on a regular basis. |