What is the best response? That is a complicated question that is best discussed with your provider Here is a pamphlet on LGBTQ issues and sexuality that explains the most … Continue reading Question of Week | Can diabetes impact sexual health?
Our September 21st Question of the week quizzed test takers on Intensive Insulin Therapy with A1c 6.2%. Three quarters (74%) of respondents, chose the best answer. We are excited to … Continue reading Rationale of the Week | Intensive Insulin Therapy with A1c 6.2%
As a diabetes specialist at a local hospital, one of your quality improvement goals is to prevent nocturnal hypoglycemia. Which of the of following policy changes would most likely lower … Continue reading Question of Week | Best strategy to Prevent Hypo in Hospital?
Did you know that Toujeo U-300 insulin pens are good for 56 days once opened? And that the max dose for Tresiba U-200 FlexTouch Pen is 160 units? For our … Continue reading Concentrated Insulin and GFR Guidelines for SGLT2s
Our September 14th Question of the week quizzed test takers on a new med. Less than half, 47% of respondents, chose the correct answer. This was a hard question since … Continue reading Rationale of the Week | What Teaching Tip for New Med – finerenone?
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) just approved another GLP-1 RA for use in children ages 10-17 with diabetes. The injectable extended-release exenatide (Bydureon) is now the second glucagonlike peptide-1 … Continue reading Diabetes Medication approved for Kids
What is the best response in this situation? Start HR on an insulin pump and CGM to prevent hypoglycemia. Discuss de-intensifying insulin regimen. Using a strength-based approach, reinforce the importance … Continue reading Question of Week | Intensive Insulin Therapy with A1c 6.2%
Attention Diabetes Educators and Specialists: Do you know an adult living with Type 1 Diabetes and an A1c of 7.5% or greater? Please invite them to join the EMBARK Study, … Continue reading Know someone with Type 1 Diabetes? We can offer help!