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FREE Prep for BC-ADM Exam Webinar | Aug 20

August 17th, 2020 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on FREE Prep for BC-ADM Exam Webinar | Aug 20

Join us Aug 20, 2020 @ 11:30 – 12:40 p.m. PST Many of you are curious about the steps involved in becoming a BC-ADM. Thank you for reaching out to … Continue reading FREE Prep for BC-ADM Exam Webinar | Aug 20

Bev is on her way to Texas

August 13th, 2020 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Bev is on her way to Texas

We are off to College! Good morning everyone, Beverly won’t be at work today. She will be taking the next step in moving her son toward independence. In 2002, Beverly … Continue reading Bev is on her way to Texas

Insulin Storage and Dispensing Cheat Sheet

August 12th, 2020 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Insulin Storage and Dispensing Cheat Sheet

How long does glulisine last in pumps? What insulins can people buy without a prescription? What is the longest lasting insulin? If you want to learn the answers to these … Continue reading Insulin Storage and Dispensing Cheat Sheet

Question of the Week | August 11, 2020

August 11th, 2020 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Question of the Week | August 11, 2020

AL was recently started on an insulin pump. AL’s insurance company will only cover glulisine (Apidra) insulin for the pump. Before starting pump therapy, AL thought they only needed to … Continue reading Question of the Week | August 11, 2020

Smart Insulin Pen Delivers for All Ages

August 6th, 2020 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Smart Insulin Pen Delivers for All Ages

The InPen smartpen, by Companian Medical, is now FDA approved for all ages! The Inpen is a reusable battery-powered insulin pen that uses insulin cartridges. It is approved for use … Continue reading Smart Insulin Pen Delivers for All Ages

Cinnamon & Prediabetes – Does it help?

August 5th, 2020 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Cinnamon & Prediabetes – Does it help?

Can cinnamon help maintain glucose in those with prediabetes? There have been several studies over the past decade to determine the efficacy of using cinnamon supplements to regulate blood sugars. … Continue reading Cinnamon & Prediabetes – Does it help?

Question of the Week | August 4, 2020

August 4th, 2020 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Question of the Week | August 4, 2020

RJ is 67 years old with a 40+ year history of type 1 diabetes. GFR is 62, UACR is < 30, A1c is 6.7%, B/P is 132/72, LDL cholesterol is … Continue reading Question of the Week | August 4, 2020

World Breastfeeding Week: Diabetes and Breastfeeding Inequality

August 3rd, 2020 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on World Breastfeeding Week: Diabetes and Breastfeeding Inequality

Here at Diabetes Education Services, we are excited to celebrate World Breastfeeding Week! Breastfeeding reduces the risk of future diabetes for mom and baby alike. Studies show that mothers who … Continue reading World Breastfeeding Week: Diabetes and Breastfeeding Inequality