When I was Sweet 16. #tbt #throwbackthursday When I was Sweet 16. #tbt #throwbackthursday
To all the lovers. A little flower arrangement fro To all the lovers. A little flower arrangement from me to you for Love Day. ❤️❤️❤️ #valentines #valentinesday #love
Circa 1981. My snaggletooth era. 😂#TBT Circa 1981. My snaggletooth era. 😂#TBT
We did our best to recreate our onesie moment from We did our best to recreate our onesie moment from 2013. Strike a pose, the remix.
Finally! After a year (or more) we’ve finally be Finally! After a year (or more) we’ve finally been able to get a staycation on the calendar. Having fun with these ladies!
Circa 1990 when I was a sophomore in high school i Circa 1990 when I was a sophomore in high school in Jacksonville, and I had 3 different hairstyles going on at the same time.  #FBF #backintheday
So, I’m doing THING! Join me and the cast of thi So, I’m doing THING! Join me and the cast of this year’s @shesaidstlouis  on Friday, March 10th at The Sheldon. We’ll be sharing our stories monologue style, and it’s going to be a good time. If you’d like to get tickets, hit me up! A portion of the proceeds will go to @rungforwomen. 👍🏾
February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partn February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partnered with @MedIQCME and Duke Health to raise awareness about atrial fibrillation (AFib), also known as irregular heartbeat which affects 12 million people.My father was diagnosed with AFib and my family has a history of this condition, so I do my best to learn as much as I can about it.

I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

Take this survey (link in bio) for the chance to win 1 of 5 $100 VISA gift cards—takes less than 10 minutes.

Thanks, @mediqcme, and Duke Heart. Supported by an educational grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb and Pfizer Alliance.
Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time w Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time with roses and a little Stevie Wonder. I could do this all day! 🌹 #traderjoes #flowers #roses #therapy #selfcare
  • Blog
  • About
  • Advertise
  • Legal
  • Contact
  • Media Kit
  • Home
  • About
  • Advertise
  • Contact
  • Media Kit

The Cubicle Chick

Work. Play. Live Your Life to its Fullest Personally & Professionally

  • Home
  • Career
  • Style
  • Family
  • Travel
  • Culture

Kids & Parenting, On A Personal Note, Sponsored · November 18, 2019

Diabetes Can Break Your Heart. It Broke Mine.


It's been almost seven years since my father's passing, and I've been a little bitter about it for a long time. I now have released that negative energy.

This post was sponsored as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

Growing up, I saw my dad as a picture of perfect health. He appeared strong, muscular, and in good physical condition. He played basketball with his friends and stayed active. It seemed like there wasn’t anything that he couldn’t do, and he was my hero. I was daddy’s little girl and he was my bigger than life father, and together, we made a pretty good team.

Fast forward to my mid-twenties when I began to see that my strong and active dad was no longer strong or active. He picked up weight and did more sitting down and staying still than he did moving around. We lived in different cities, so I didn’t get to see him a lot, and after a few health scares, he finally told me that he had developed type 2 diabetes and congestive heart failure.

It was then that I learned that many people with type 2 diabetes also experience heart failure. I watched him navigate his medical procedures, hospital stays, medications, and prognosis for almost 7 years after he moved back to our hometown and the city I lived in. I took him to appointments, I monitored his diet, I spoke with his doctors, and I became his part-time caretaker. He did not live with us, but I took him everywhere he needed to go and he couldn’t do much outside of his home without me. It was as if our roles became reversed.

After several years of  living with type 2 diabetes and congestive heart failure, my father died on October 4, 2012. He was only 58 years old.

Did you know that 50% of individuals with Type 2 diabetes may develop heart failure? Learn about Diabetes Can Break Your Heart and how to make a difference.

My heart was broken and my world was never the same after that.

I recently became a part of the Diabetes Can Break Your Heart movement because of what my father struggled with for much of the last 15 years of his life, and for what my mother-in-law struggles with now. She also has type 2 diabetes and has developed heart issues, and now is in the process of making it her every day normal. I want her to be here to see her granddaughter graduate from high school and from college, and I hope that she has that opportunity.

Through AstraZeneca and their Diabetes Can Break Your Heart campaign, I learned that up to 50% of individuals with Type 2 diabetes may develop heart failure, and after it develops, there is no cure. It’s important to take action early to help reduce risk of developing heart failure. The actions we take today can make a huge difference in reducing your risk tomorrow.

There is an increased risk of heart failure that comes with type 2 diabetes and it is up to all of us to be proactive.

Did you know that 50% of individuals with Type 2 diabetes may develop heart failure? Learn about Diabetes Can Break Your Heart and how to make a difference.

In the pictures above, my dad was seemingly healthy and did not have type 2 diabetes and his heart issues were years away. There were laughter and smiles as if things would always be that way. If I only knew then what I know now.

Visit DiabetesHeartbreak.com to learn more, and together, we can all become more educated about this type 2 diabetes and its link to heart failure. At the center of the Diabetes Can Break Your Heart initiative is the Diabetes Heartbreaker immersive virtual reality experience. It is designed to heighten awareness of the connection between Type 2 diabetes and heart failure using cutting-edge technology to bring to life the symptoms of heart failure.

Watch the video below for more:

You can get more information about Diabetes Can Break Your Heart by visiting the following social profiles:

  • AstraZeneca U.S. Community Connections Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/AstraZenecaUSCommunityConnections/
  • AstraZeneca Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/astrazeneca/
  • AstraZeneca Twitter Page: https://twitter.com/AstraZeneca

Talk to your doctor to understand your risk of heart failure and what immediate actions should be taken. To learn more about the Diabetes Can Break Your Heart movement, visit diabetesheartbreak.com.

Did you know that 50% of individuals with Type 2 diabetes may develop heart failure? Learn about Diabetes Can Break Your Heart and how to make a difference.


Related Posts

  • Update on My Dad, His Health, & His Diabetes

    It has been almost three months since my dad was hospitalized for diabetes and congestive…

  • Stop Diabetes! November is American Diabetes Month

    Since I began my blog in October of 2009, I have made it a point…

  • November is American Diabetes Month

    The month of November has been declared American Diabetes Month, and as a daughter of…

In: Kids & Parenting, On A Personal Note, Sponsored

join the cube

You’ll Also Love

Michelle and Masonia are Moms with HIV: Let’s #StopHIVTogether
Do you have leftovers from Thanksgiving and need a way to repurpose them? Check out this Turkey Shepherd's Pie Recipe that will be a hit!Holiday Leftovers? Try This Turkey Shepherd’s Pie Recipe
The Corporate Sister is dishing out 10 questions to ask during your next parent teacher conference that can help you get the most out of your meeting.10 Questions to Ask at Your Next Parent Teacher Conference

Comments

  1. Erica says

    November 18, 2019 at 10:20 am

    I’ve had several friends and family members that have been diagnosed with both type 2 diabetes and heart issues and I never understood why. The video helped me a lot. Thank you for sharing and God bless you and your family.

    Reply
    • The Cubicle Chick says

      November 18, 2019 at 1:47 pm

      Thank you for your kind words, Erica. I appreciate you.

      Reply
  2. George says

    November 18, 2019 at 8:03 pm

    Thank you for sharing your dad’s story. It is heartbreaking. Praying that one day, they find a cure;

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




Next Post >

Achieving Your Financial Benchmarks with Regions Bank

Advertisement


Hi there! I'm Danyelle Little, a St. Louis blogger, mom & and empty-nester. This site is for those of you who like to get the best out of both worlds-personally and professionally. Learn more about me HERE!

Buy My New Holiday Novel

join the cube

Recent Posts

  • 15 Movies That Showcase Sisterhood
  • A Generation X Guide to Watching YouTube
  • 10 Timeless and Inspiring Barbara Walters Quotes
  • I Like Big Naps and I Cannot Lie
  • The Year of Strength: What 2022 Taught Me

The Cube on Facebook

Reader Favorites

Checkout my NEW podcast

Listen on Spotify
Listen on Apple Podcasts
Listen on Google Podcasts

Affiliate

Perdue Farms Special Offer

trending now

Load More Posts

instagram

Follow @thecubiclechick

When I was Sweet 16. #tbt #throwbackthursday When I was Sweet 16. #tbt #throwbackthursday
To all the lovers. A little flower arrangement fro To all the lovers. A little flower arrangement from me to you for Love Day. ❤️❤️❤️ #valentines #valentinesday #love
Circa 1981. My snaggletooth era. 😂#TBT Circa 1981. My snaggletooth era. 😂#TBT
We did our best to recreate our onesie moment from We did our best to recreate our onesie moment from 2013. Strike a pose, the remix.
Finally! After a year (or more) we’ve finally be Finally! After a year (or more) we’ve finally been able to get a staycation on the calendar. Having fun with these ladies!
Circa 1990 when I was a sophomore in high school i Circa 1990 when I was a sophomore in high school in Jacksonville, and I had 3 different hairstyles going on at the same time.  #FBF #backintheday
So, I’m doing THING! Join me and the cast of thi So, I’m doing THING! Join me and the cast of this year’s @shesaidstlouis  on Friday, March 10th at The Sheldon. We’ll be sharing our stories monologue style, and it’s going to be a good time. If you’d like to get tickets, hit me up! A portion of the proceeds will go to @rungforwomen. 👍🏾
February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partn February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partnered with @MedIQCME and Duke Health to raise awareness about atrial fibrillation (AFib), also known as irregular heartbeat which affects 12 million people.My father was diagnosed with AFib and my family has a history of this condition, so I do my best to learn as much as I can about it.

I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

Take this survey (link in bio) for the chance to win 1 of 5 $100 VISA gift cards—takes less than 10 minutes.

Thanks, @mediqcme, and Duke Heart. Supported by an educational grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb and Pfizer Alliance.
Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time w Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time with roses and a little Stevie Wonder. I could do this all day! 🌹 #traderjoes #flowers #roses #therapy #selfcare
Mimosas, beignets, and Benedicts, oh my! Brunch is Mimosas, beignets, and Benedicts, oh my! Brunch is my absolute favorite meal and @louieswinedive in Clayton treated us so well! I will definitely be back. 

#brunch #stl #stlouis #food #stlfoodie #hosted
Follow on Instagram

Work With Me

  • Advertise
  • Contact
  • Media Kit

join the cube

Site Info

  • Privacy Policy
  • Legal
  • Site Disclosure

Copyright © 2023 The Cubicle Chick · Theme by 17th Avenue