National Nutrition Month – Tasty Ways to Keep it Sustainable
The Academy of Dietetics and Nutrition is kicking off National Nutrition Month with a new slogan, “Fuel for the Future”. They are shining a light on considering food consumption through … Continue reading National Nutrition Month – Tasty Ways to Keep it Sustainable
Question of the Week | Is Fast Food the best solution for Food Insecurity?
Due to the increased cost of groceries, JR tells you all they can afford to eat are fast foods. As a diabetes care and education specialist, what is the best … Continue reading Question of the Week | Is Fast Food the best solution for Food Insecurity?
Rationale of the Week | Prediabetes after GDM-What do the Standards Recommend?
For last week’s practice question, we quizzed participants on prediabetes after GDM. It was a challenging question and 60% of respondents chose the best answer. We want to clarify and … Continue reading Rationale of the Week | Prediabetes after GDM-What do the Standards Recommend?
Strategies to Address Diabetes & Food Insecurity
With food costs on the rise, many people with diabetes are struggling to figure out how to pay for rent, food, and medications. According to the most recent statistics, about … Continue reading Strategies to Address Diabetes & Food Insecurity
Lilly Caps Insulin at $35
Today, Lilly announced caps on out-of-pocket insulin costs at $35 per month and price reductions of 70% for its most commonly prescribed insulins. In addition, according to their website announcement, Lilly is … Continue reading Lilly Caps Insulin at $35
Question of the Week | What is Person-Centered Care?
TR is a health care professional who provides diabetes care and education support. They are interested in providing more person-centered care to the individuals they serve. Which of the following … Continue reading Question of the Week | What is Person-Centered Care?
Rationale of the Week | Lipid Targets & New ADA Standards
For last week’s practice question, we quizzed participants on the new ADA Standards for lipid management. It was a complicated question and 43% of respondents chose the best answer. We … Continue reading Rationale of the Week | Lipid Targets & New ADA Standards
New Type 1 Diabetes Treatment Approved – More Expansive Screening Needed?
With the approval of Tzield (teplizumab-mzwv), an anti-CD3 monoclonal antibody, we can now offer children 8 years and older an opportunity to delay the progression to type 1 diabetes for … Continue reading New Type 1 Diabetes Treatment Approved – More Expansive Screening Needed?
