Aging Well with Diabetes

This book fills a gap in diabetes literature with a holistic approach focused on quality of life. Through ten key points, it offers tips for a wide range of older adults with diabetes or prediabetes and their caregivers—whether newly diagnosed or managing a long-term condition, and whether independent, dependent, living at home, isolated, or in nursing homes.

With aging populations increasing, most of us will care for older adults as family members, friends, or neighbors. As an adult endocrinologist, I see many people with diabetes in their 70s and 80s. Written by experts in the field of aging and diabetes, this 10-point plan is practical, easy to implement, and backed by science. This book is informative and a must-read for anyone with diabetes or caring for older adults with diabetes.

A refreshing and innovative look at the impact of aging in older adults with diabetes. Originating from the world-famous platform of care at the Joslin Diabetes Clinic, this important contribution highlights the need for preventative care in diabetes healthcare systems. Medha Munshi, a world leader in geriatric diabetes, provides an excellent basis for implementing recommendations and advancing clinical practice.

This book is a gem; a wonderful, insightful, 10-step guide for living well. Terrific for older adults with diabetes, as well as for their friends, family members and caregivers. Numerous helpful suggestions are provided to help older adults have the best possible quality of life as they age.