Check with local hospital
...pamphlets in a paper bag by a nurse...geez! Fortunately, my primary care provider has a good system with our local hospital, in fact, you should check with your local hospital. Many of them have diabetes 101 classes for those newly diagnosed, for a minimal cost (think it was $50). I took my wife (because she listens better than I do), we sat with 10-12 other newbies and we saw videos, had question/answer sessions, talked about nutrition, etc...
There are support groups around, please find one to help with your diabetes. maybe even look for a new doctor, talk to OTHER diabetics for referrals.
Good luck...I've been type-2 for over 3yrs now, dropped my A1c from 11% to 5.3%, but I still CRAVE sweets!
Clint.
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