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5 Activity Boosters – A Person Centered Approach

June 1st, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on 5 Activity Boosters – A Person Centered Approach

With summer in the air, it’s a perfect time to take a fresh approach to explore what activities people enjoy most and help them take that first step forward! The … Continue reading 5 Activity Boosters – A Person Centered Approach

CDCES Shorter & More Focused Starting July, 2024

June 1st, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on 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

June 1st, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on 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

June 1st, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on 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

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?