A Full and Long Life, Despite Diabetes

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Lewis said his wife, Carolyn, has helped him manage his diabetes for more than 50 years. Cleveland credits Ruth with helping him get him through the tough times.

"I got married at age 27, and my wife has done the most wonderful job of helping me that anyone ever could," Cleveland said.

Ruth Cleveland said her husband initially kept his diabetes a secret from her when they were first courting more than 60 years ago, due to the stigma then attached to the disease.

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"He claims he was afraid to tell me, afraid that I wouldn't want to continue seeing him," she said.

Those fears were unfounded.

"If anything, it made me appreciate him more and want to be a part of his life," Ruth said. "Which has turned out to be wonderful."

More information

Find out more on managing diabetes at the American Diabetes Association.

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