CDCES Shorter & More Focused Starting July, 2024
Great News! The most significant change to the CDCES Exam in the past 30 years kicks off next month. Not only will there be fewer total questions but there are … Continue reading CDCES Shorter & More Focused Starting July, 2024
3 Health Boosting Actions for Summer & Beyond
Summer, with its abundance of fresh produce and increased daylight hours, provides an opportunity to explore healthy eating and lifestyle habits. Collaborating with individuals to develop incremental, consistent, and lasting … Continue reading 3 Health Boosting Actions for Summer & Beyond
Once Weekly Insulin Not FDA Approved due to Safety Issues
Once weekly basal insulin, icodec, failed to be approved for use by people with type 1 diabetes by the FDA’s Endocrinologic and Metabolic Drugs Advisory Committee by a vote of … Continue reading Once Weekly Insulin Not FDA Approved due to Safety Issues
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
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
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?
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?
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?
