The Lucy Ann Lance Show

111225 ~ Lesser-Known Forms of Diabetes - Dr. James Grant

Episode Summary

November 12, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Dr. James Grant, Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan for this week's A Healthier Michigan! They discuss lesser-known forms of diabetes, including gestational diabetes and a newly recognized type 5 linked to malnutrition. Dr. Grant explains the differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes, highlighting how the pancreas and insulin function. He also outlines common diabetes symptoms and the importance of regular testing, like the hemoglobin A1C, for early detection and management.