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How to Prepare for Your First Appointment with a New Diabetes Doctor

By Steve Edelman, MD on March 25, 2022   /   Doctor's Appointments   /   3 Comments
meeting a new diabetes doctor

If you’re switching to a new diabetes doctor or meeting a provider for the first time, Dr. Edelman offers tips on what to do beforehand – and what to bring with you to ensure extra special treatment!

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How to Keep DKA at Bay: Signs, Symptoms, and Solutions

By Steve Edelman, MD on March 24, 2022   /   DKA   /   8 Comments
diabetic ketoacidosis - DKA

Diabetic ketoacidosis, or DKA, is a serious condition that everyone with type 1, and people with type 2 who are on certain medications like insulin, need to know about. Dr. Edelman explains the causes, symptoms and treatments you can start at home in order to prevent a trip to the ER.

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Baked Kale, Sausage, and Cheese Frittata

By TCOYD on March 24, 2022   /   Breakfast, Entrees, Recipes   /   Leave a comment
kale, sausage and cheese frittata

Dress up your eggs with this easy frittata recipe that’s filled with lean protein and leafy greens, and topped with light, creamy parmesan. Perfect for a gathering, or for make-ahead slices to go.

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Michelle’s Montreal Beef Bourguignon

By Michelle Day on March 24, 2022   /   Recipes, Soups and Stews   /   Leave a comment
Beef Bourguignon

Created by our French-Canadian foodie, this decadent stew is made with tender beef chunks simmered low and slow in a luscious red wine broth. Comfort food heaven, eh?

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Dark Chocolate Maple Macaroons

By TCOYD on March 24, 2022   /   Dessert, Recipes, Snack   /   Leave a comment
Dark Chocolate Maple Macaroons

Crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, these bite-sized, maple-infused coconut treats are a special, light dessert for any season.

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Q&A with TCOYD’s Top Endos

By TCOYD on March 23, 2022   /   Video   /   2 Comments
Q&A from 3-19-22 Conference

This live Q&A from our virtual conference on 3/19/22 featured a ton of interesting and important audience questions that our diabetes specialists answered on the spot. Check out the full recording!

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Dr. E+P’s Top Tips for Newly Diagnosed to Diabetes Legends

By TCOYD on February 28, 2022   /   A Dose of Dr. E, Video   /   14 Comments
diabetes tips

Whether you’re a diabetes newbie or a seasoned pro, there’s always something to learn about living with diabetes. Drs. E & P break down the basics and offer their top tips if you’re newly diagnosed with type 1 or type 2, and what to know if you’re ready to take your knowledge to the next level.

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Eversense E3 CGM Approved for Two Sensors per Year: Your “Happily Ever(sense) After”

By Jodi Nagelberg, MD on February 25, 2022   /   CGM, Eversense   /   15 Comments
Eversense E3 CGM FDA approved

The long-awaited Eversense E3 implantable CGM has been cleared by the FDA, offering twice the sensor life as the previous version. In addition to its 6-month wear time, it has other features and improvements that make it a unique and appealing CGM option.

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Tandem’s t:slim Gets a Mobile Bolus, and There’s Lots More in Store

By Dr. Preethika Ekanayake on February 23, 2022   /   Pumps, Tandem Diabetes Care   /   26 Comments
Tandem Diabetes pump mobile bolus

Tandem Diabetes just received FDA approval for a new t:slim X2 pump feature that lets you bolus directly (and discreetly) from your smartphone. Tandem has big plans for smaller pumps coming down the pike…get a sneak peek into what else is just around the corner.

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CGM vs Fingerstick Accuracy: How Close Should the Values Be?

By Steve Edelman, MD on February 22, 2022   /   CGM, Glucose Monitoring   /   Leave a comment
Comparing a CGM sensor value taken at the same time as a fingerstick but getting different numbers

Don’t panic if your CGM and fingerstick values don’t match – there are many reasons why this can happen. Dr. E shares the three most important things to remember when comparing CGM and fingerstick values.

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