JR is going to a friend’s house for Thanksgiving. JR has type 1 diabetes and is nervous about figuring out how much insulin to take with this carb heavy celebration. … Continue reading Question of Week | How much insulin for Turkey Dinner?
The cost of insulin is a real problem. According to an analysis of data from the CDC’s 2021 National Health Interview Survey, 1.3 million Americans with diabetes, or 16.5% of … Continue reading Can’t afford Insulin? Strategies that can help
JT tells you, “if I have a steak and salad for dinner, I will give myself 2-3 units of bolus insulin”. What is the best response? That could be dangerous, … Continue reading Question of Week | Bolus insulin to cover steak and salad?
I love November because we get to celebrate National Diabetes Month and World Diabetes Day on November 14th, which is Dr. Banting’s Birthday. One hundred and one years ago, two … Continue reading Happy World Diabetes Day
For last week’s practice question, we quizzed test takers on the new ADA/EASD Standards. 56% of respondents chose the best answer. We want to clarify and share this important information, … Continue reading Rationale of the Week | What do new ADA/EASD Standards Recommend?
RT says they keep using the same site for their insulin pump, since it doesn’t hurt as much. When you evaluate their abdomen, you notice a large lump at the … Continue reading Question of Week | Why are you worried that RT keeps using same site?
Happy Diabetes Month We are excited to announce the new ADA/EASD Consensus Statement on the Management of Hyperglycemia in Type 2 diabetes. Coach Beverly has poured through the pages of … Continue reading November 2022 eNews | Top 7 Highlights from New Diabetes Consensus
For last week’s practice question, we quizzed test takers on how Metformin impacts cancer risk. 64% of respondents chose the best answer. We want to clarify and share this important … Continue reading Rationale of the Week | How does Metformin Impact cancer risk?