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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

CGM Interfering Substances Cheat Sheet

May 15th, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on CGM Interfering Substances Cheat Sheet

By Christine Craig, MS, RD, CDCES As more and more people are using glucose sensors as a tool to improve their blood sugars, they may feel frustrated or confused about … Continue reading CGM Interfering Substances Cheat Sheet

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

May 9th, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Question of the Week | Are statins indicated for Peds with Diabetes?

Based on the ADA Standards, in addition to dietary intervention, lifestyle and glucose management, when is it indicated to consider starting statin therapy for pediatrics with diabetes?  When LDL is … Continue reading Question of the Week | Are statins indicated for Peds with Diabetes?

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