Goldie is a 54-year-old woman with type 1 diabetes who has been on the hunt for an insulin pump to help with her very specific needs. The first one she tried was too hot…wait, that’s another story! Read on to see how Goldie found the best pump for her diabetes goals and active lifestyle.
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When your body doesn’t have enough insulin, things can go south really fast. Everyone who lives with diabetes and takes insulin should know the signs of DKA and know what to do to treat it if it does occur. Drs. E+P discuss the common symptoms and self-treatment options to help you avoid a trip to the ER.
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Did you know that kidney disease doesn’t have any symptoms in its early stages? That’s why it’s so important to be proactive in caring for these bean-shaped fluid-filterers. Drs. E+P share the three things you can do to avoid kidney disease, two tests you should have every year, and CKD treatment options that can prevent its progression.
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CGM alarms and sleeping with a sheet stealer aren’t the only annoying things that can impact a good night’s sleep. Endocrinologist Dr. Robert Thomas shares tips on how to improve your sleep hygiene (yes, this is a thing) if you live with type 1 diabetes.
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