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How Not Winning Motivated Me to Write A Book

February 11th, 2026 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on How Not Winning Motivated Me to Write A Book

Several years ago, I was nominated for Diabetes Educator of the Year. Being put forward by colleagues I deeply respected and admired was profoundly meaningful—and, honestly, a little overwhelming. The … Continue reading How Not Winning Motivated Me to Write A Book

Question of the Week | What Not to Say to Overwhelmed Individual

February 10th, 2026 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Question of the Week | What Not to Say to Overwhelmed Individual

Maria, a 52?year?old woman with type 2 diabetes for 8 years, attends a follow?up visit. Her A1C has risen from 7.8% to 9.2% over the past year. She reports feeling … Continue reading Question of the Week | What Not to Say to Overwhelmed Individual

February 2026 eNews

February 6th, 2026 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on February 2026 eNews

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHOmBV4js_Ehttp://youtube.com/watch?v=Lx2ConPMHWE&feature=youtu.be Featured Articles & Announcements ___________________________ Spreading the Love Sale | Ends Feb 16th Why Not Winning Motivated Me to Write a Book Professional Practice Groups in the Digital Age High … Continue reading February 2026 eNews

Rationale of the Week | Best Response for Facilitating Positive Health Behavior Change?

February 5th, 2026 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Rationale of the Week | Best Response for Facilitating Positive Health Behavior Change?

For last week’s practice question, we quizzed participants on recommendations for facilitating positive health behavior change, according to 2026 ADA Standards. 81.75% of respondents chose the best answer. We want … Continue reading Rationale of the Week | Best Response for Facilitating Positive Health Behavior Change?

Question of the Week | Which Feature Most Strongly Supports a Diagnosis of HHS Rather Than DKA?

February 3rd, 2026 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Question of the Week | Which Feature Most Strongly Supports a Diagnosis of HHS Rather Than DKA?

A 32-year-old with newly discovered diabetes is brought to the emergency department with polyuria and lethargy. They have been sleeping more than usual. Initial labs show: Plasma glucose: 680 mg/dL … Continue reading Question of the Week | Which Feature Most Strongly Supports a Diagnosis of HHS Rather Than DKA?

Rationale of the Week | What Does J.C.’s Family History & Lab Work Reveal?

January 29th, 2026 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Rationale of the Week | What Does J.C.’s Family History & Lab Work Reveal?

For last week’s practice question, we quizzed participants on J.C.’s family history and lab work, and what it reveals. 80.92% of respondents chose the best answer. We want to clarify … Continue reading Rationale of the Week | What Does J.C.’s Family History & Lab Work Reveal?

Red Flags for Low Digital Literacy in Diabetes Care

January 28th, 2026 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Red Flags for Low Digital Literacy in Diabetes Care

By: Sarah Beattie, DNP, APRN-CNP, CDCES Digital literacy is a key social determinant of health, yet up to one-third of Americans struggle with basic digital literacy skills.¹ In diabetes care, … Continue reading Red Flags for Low Digital Literacy in Diabetes Care

Question of the Week | Best Response for Facilitating Positive Health Behavior Change?

January 27th, 2026 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Question of the Week | Best Response for Facilitating Positive Health Behavior Change?

KC has type 2 diabetes, diagnosed 5?years ago. They report low physical activity, frequent sugar-sweetened beverage intake, and high stress related to work. Last A1c was 8.2%. KC reports previous … Continue reading Question of the Week | Best Response for Facilitating Positive Health Behavior Change?

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