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
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
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
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?
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
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
A committee of experts provides recommendations for healthy eating twice every decade. These final recommendations are sent to the US Department of Health and Human Services and the US Department … Continue reading No Sugar for Infants & Other Recommendations from Dietary Advisory Committee 2020
As a Diabetes Specialist in a rural clinic, you are asked to consult on a 49-year-old female with type 2 diabetes and a BMI of 27. Blood pressure is 132/74 … Continue reading Question of the Week | July 28, 2020