Several factors can worsen diabetes or increase the risk of complications. Poor diet—especially one high in sugar, refined carbs, and processed foods—can spike blood sugar levels.

Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, who organized the event, said her mother died from diabetes-related complications in August.

Diabetes complications caused the young actor’s death, according to a medical examiner’s report. Learn why diabetes can sometimes prove fatal.

Michelle Trachtenberg, who starred in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Gossip Girl," died of diabetes complications at age 39, the medical examiner said.

Michelle Trachtenberg, known for her roles in 'Gossip Girl' and 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer', died at 39 due to complications from diabetes, as revealed by New York City's medical examiner. Her ...

Michelle Trachtenberg's death was initially undetermined but the medical examiner amended it after lab test results showed complications of diabetes mellitus.

Actress Michelle Trachtenberg died as a result of complications from diabetes, New York City's medical examiner has said.

Michelle Trachtenberg died as a result of complications of diabetes, New York City's medical examiner said Wednesday, ruling the manner of death as natural. The 39-year-old actress was found dead in ...

Actor Michelle Trachtenberg died as a result of complications from diabetes, New York City’s medical examiner said Wednesday. The office said in a statement that it amended the cause and manner ...

Michelle Trachtenberg died a natural death from complications of diabetes, the New York City medical examiner's office said Wednesday. There was no autopsy performed, but toxicology test results ...

Michelle Trachtenberg died from complications related to diabetes, the New York medical examiner's office said.