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Rationale of the Week | Diabetes Risk with Statin Use

November 14th, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Rationale of the Week | Diabetes Risk with Statin Use

For last week’s practice question, we quizzed participants on concerns with diabetes risk and statin use. 95% of respondents chose the best answer. We want to clarify and share this important … Continue reading Rationale of the Week | Diabetes Risk with Statin Use

National Diabetes Month – Resources

November 13th, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on National Diabetes Month – Resources

November kicks off National Diabetes Month According to the latest CDC Data, over 16% of Americans are living with diabetes and 38% have prediabetes. This means about half of our … Continue reading National Diabetes Month – Resources

Question of the Week | Reluctant to Start Metformin due to Side Effects

November 12th, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Question of the Week | Reluctant to Start Metformin due to Side Effects

LS is reluctant to start on metformin because they heard it can cause diarrhea and kidney problems. You reassure LS that metformin doesn’t harm the kidneys and can actually improve … Continue reading Question of the Week | Reluctant to Start Metformin due to Side Effects

Two Free Webinars Left this month

November 8th, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Two Free Webinars Left this month

November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and  there’s no better way to expand your knowledge than by attending one of the many free webinars hosted by Diabetes Education Services. These webinars … Continue reading Two Free Webinars Left this month

Rationale of the Week | Which Approach Considers Cultural Humility

November 6th, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Rationale of the Week | Which Approach Considers Cultural Humility

For last week’s practice question, we quizzed participants on practicing cultural humility. 92% of respondents chose the best answer. We want to clarify and share this important information, so you can … Continue reading Rationale of the Week | Which Approach Considers Cultural Humility

November 2024 Newsletter | Celebrate Diabetes Month & Embrace Diversity

November 6th, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on November 2024 Newsletter | Celebrate Diabetes Month & Embrace Diversity

Happy November, Nearly 16% of American adults — that’s close to 1 in 6 — now has diabetes, according to the latest data from the CDC. Along with social determinants … Continue reading November 2024 Newsletter | Celebrate Diabetes Month & Embrace Diversity

Question of the Week | Diabetes Risk with Statin Use

November 4th, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Question of the Week | Diabetes Risk with Statin Use

Question of Week LC is a 49-year-old living with type 2 diabetes and reports during their appointment they have stopped their statin because of concern over risk of type 2 … Continue reading Question of the Week | Diabetes Risk with Statin Use

National Diabetes Month: Celebrating Awareness In Action

November 3rd, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on National Diabetes Month: Celebrating Awareness In Action

This November, many of you celebrated National Diabetes Awareness Month to highlight the importance of education, prevention, and support for those living with diabetes. We asked you to describe your … Continue reading National Diabetes Month: Celebrating Awareness In Action

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