November is American Diabetes Month. Take our Diabetes Assessment to find out if you're at risk. 

Managing Diabetes High's and Low's

The widespread reach of diabetes might surprise you. It's estimated that 23.6 million Americans have been diagnosed with the disease, and another 57 million people in the U.S. have pre-diabetes.¹ Chances are you know someone who has it perhaps that person is you.

Diabetes is a progressive disease that, with early detection and constant monitoring, can be controlled. Health Corner® TV highlights the high's and low's of living with the disease:

• What can you do if you have pre-diabetes? Learn about the lifestyle changes you can make.(Video)
• What's the best way to test blood sugar levels? These tips could help. (Video)
• These healthy eating guidelines aren't just for people with diabetes. (Video)
• Minor foot problems can be major when you have diabetes. Find specialized advice here. (Video)

Watch Health Corner® TV Sunday mornings at 8:30 a.m. CT on Lifetime. Visit healthcorner.walgreens.com to see what's on this week.

Everyone Likes a Quitter

Research shows that smoking affects more than just your lungs. It can also affect your overall heart, skin and dental health. On Thursday, November 19, smokers across the nation will take part in the American Cancer Society's Great American Smokeout®.

Smokers who have some means of support are the most successful when it comes to quitting. If you or someone you know is trying to quit, these resources and tools might help:

• See the effects of smoking on your lung tissue. (Animation)
• Learn about smoking's other side effects.
• Explore Stop Smoking health topics and sign up for SmokeBuster's free quit-smoking program.
• Still have questions? Our in-depth report on smoking might help.

Season's Eatings: Food Safety

Chances are potlucks and home-cooked meals will be the focus of your approaching holiday celebrations.
While food can bring people together, it also has the potential to cause food poisoning if bacteria such as salmonella are introduced during food preparation or handling.

Here are some basic pointers to prevent food poisoning and ensure a safe season's eatings:

• Keep your hands, dishes and utensils clean.
• Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold-chafing dishes and iced serving platters can help.
• Do not eat foods or drink beverages that may contain raw eggs, such as egg nog, Caesar salad dressing or cookie dough.
• Keep your refrigerator set to 40 degrees Fahrenheit and your freezer at or below 0 degrees Fahrenheit.

Sweater Season Fitness

From leftover Halloween candy to Thanksgiving dinners and church potlucks-is it any wonder why people look forward to "sweater season?"

It's OK to enjoy seasonal eats, but with healthy exercise you can enjoy them guilt-free. Whether you have a fitness routine or are thinking about starting one, here are some resources that can help:

• How many calories do you actually need? See our Nutritional Needs Calculator to find out.
• Use our Body Mass Index (BMI) Calculator to see if you fall within a healthy weight range.
• Our Exercise Care Guide can put a successful exercise plan into motion.

We Care About Caregivers

Walgreens understands that caregivers play a crucial role in the lives of the people that depend on them each and every day. It's a role that is challenging and nothing short of phenomenal.

If you or someone you know is a caregiver, our Walgreens Caregiver Support Center offers information and resources that can help. Additionally, caregivers might want to take advantage of these pharmacy services:

• Keep track of time and dosages with Medication Manager.
• Don't forget to order your refills with Email Reminders.
• Set up Auto Refills.
• Save time during pickup with ExpressPay.