A Profile of Diabetes:  Z102.9's Ric Swann

Follow co-host of Z102.9's morning show, Ric Swann, as he shares his encouraging story of managing type 2 diabetes with education provided by the Joslin Diabetes Center at Mercy and MercyCare Community Physicians. Hear his story firsthand.

Airs once a week during the morning show 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. Monday through Friday. Visit Ric's page at kzia.com to learn more about his story and information about diabetes. 

Listen Each Week!

06/30/2009   Ric introduces his physician and how he learned of his diagnosis.

07/09/2009   Popcorn, almonds, hidden cookies - oh my! Ric and Scott talk diet with a Joslin dietitian.

07/15/2009   Men don't stop for directions. They also don't do a lot of things when it comes to health. Listen this week as to why that should change.

7/23/2009   Today's topic: a pound of fat and the death of an artery. It's how they contribute to pre-diabetes and why they're not good party favors.

7/30/2009 While Ric discusses the difficult changes he had to make, Scott petitions for an extra meal each day. Useful diet discussion with Joslin dietitian Amy Hall.

8/4/2009 Ric gets schooled on diabetes from a teen.

8/13/2009  Burning calories and carbs can be an uphill battle. The guys found that out quite literally with their Metabolic Assessments at the Mercy Fitness Center. Hear all about it.

8/17/2009  Setting up a fitness program that works for you. It all starts with the feet. Part 1. Part 2.

8/26/2009  Ric updates us on his progress. The temptations, the successes...his story continues.

9/1/2009 It's a difficult truth of diabetes - but an important lesson to learn. What is it? Find out the answer and other gems from today's chat.

9/10/2009 The guys go techie with diabetes. Talking the latest advancements in diabetes management.

9/16/2009 It's support. It's education. It's a whole lot more. It's the Chronic Disease Self Managmement course and the guys learned all about it.

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Diabetes Resources

Before being diagnosed, Ric indicated that he just "didn't feel right."  If you're not feeling well, or if you're experiencing some of these common signs and symptoms of diabetes, it's time to be checked by a physician.

Diabetes Symptoms

  • Tired or sleepy a lot 
  • Frequent urination    
  • Blurred vision
  • Sudden weight loss
  • Excess thirst 
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  • Hungry all the time
  • Wounds that won't heal
  • Numb or tingling hands or feet
  • Sexual dysfunction
  • Frequent vaginal infections
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    Diabetes Risk Factors 

    Poor eating and exercise lifestyles can put anyone at risk.  Some common risk factors of type 2 diabetes include:

    • 45+ years of age
    • Family history of diabetes
    • Overweight
    • Low physical activity level
    • High blood pressure