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Embark Trial Reveals Results – Spoiler Alert

June 1st, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Embark Trial Reveals Results – Spoiler Alert

The results of the EMBARK Trial are in! Spoiler Alert: These findings will change your practice approach. As a Diabetes Educator who participated in the EMBARK trial, I have first-hand … Continue reading Embark Trial Reveals Results – Spoiler Alert

Food Insecurity and Food Programs

June 1st, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Food Insecurity and Food Programs

by Christine Craig, MS, RD, CDCES LT shared during a recent visit that over the past year, money to purchase food has become tight, and there are times when, by … Continue reading Food Insecurity and Food Programs

3 Ways Companion Pets Can Support People with Diabetes

May 31st, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on 3 Ways Companion Pets Can Support People with Diabetes

For people living with diabetes, a companion pet may support their diabetes self-management and improve their quality of life. Caring for our pets can bring a sense of joy, love, … Continue reading 3 Ways Companion Pets Can Support People with Diabetes

Rationale of the Week | KR is on Metformin & 4 Weeks Pregnant. Best action?

May 30th, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Rationale of the Week | KR is on Metformin & 4 Weeks Pregnant. Best action?

For last week’s practice question, we quizzed participants on ADA recommendations for metformin while pregnant. 63% of respondents chose the best answer. We want to clarify and share this important … Continue reading Rationale of the Week | KR is on Metformin & 4 Weeks Pregnant. Best action?

Question of the Week | What is the cause of this emergency room visit?

May 28th, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Question of the Week | What is the cause of this emergency room visit?

LS is a 29-year-old who arrives in the emergency room with known history of type 2 diabetes. BMI is 23.9 and they are on basal insulin therapy and an oral … Continue reading Question of the Week | What is the cause of this emergency room visit?

Rationale of the Week | Are statins indicated for Peds with Diabetes?

May 23rd, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Rationale of the Week | Are statins indicated for Peds with Diabetes?

For last week’s practice question, we quizzed participants on when to start statin therapy for pediatrics with diabetes. 50% of respondents chose the best answer. We want to clarify and share … Continue reading Rationale of the Week | Are statins indicated for Peds with Diabetes?

Question of the Week | KR is on Metformin & 4 Weeks Pregnant. Best action?

May 21st, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Question of the Week | KR is on Metformin & 4 Weeks Pregnant. Best action?

KR has polycystic ovary syndrome and takes metformin 850mg twice daily.  KR just discovered they are 4 weeks pregnant. Fasting glucose is 103 mg/dl. According to ADA Guidelines, if prediabetes … Continue reading Question of the Week | KR is on Metformin & 4 Weeks Pregnant. Best action?

Rationale of the Week | Best treatment for Hypoglycemia with Gastroparesis

May 16th, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Rationale of the Week | Best treatment for Hypoglycemia with Gastroparesis

For last week’s practice question, we quizzed participants on how to treat hypoglycemia while dealing with gastroparesis. 73% of respondents chose the best answer. We want to clarify and share this … Continue reading Rationale of the Week | Best treatment for Hypoglycemia with Gastroparesis

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