Who do you relate to more when it comes to diabetes management? An angel who follows the recommended guidelines (Gallant), or a stubborn hellion easily influenced by temptation (Goofus)? Check out some of these scenarios from Dr. E and see if who are who you think you are.
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If you’re an active person and wear a CGM, keeping it in place can be challenging. Many people also have problems with skin irritation. Dr. Edelman offers tips for both of these common problems.
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If you live in a larger body, your diabetes care may have included weight loss conversations at some point. However, weight-neutral approaches to care are gaining momentum, and research shows you can manage diabetes well without using weight as a gauge of success.
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Trulicity offers a simple, once-weekly way to control type 2 diabetes and prevent cardiovascular disease (CVD) or help with existing CVD. This GLP-1 RA acts in many ways to help achieve glucose control and a healthier self. Trulicity is simply administered, you don’t ever see a needle and it doesn’t cause weight gain.
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Know Diabetes by Heart and TCOYD held a very important and informative Facebook Live with Know Diabetes By Heart ambassadors Jacqueline Alikhaani and Hyvelle Ferguson, who shared their personal stories dealing with diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
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With recent news about SGLT2s and GLP-1 RAs helping to protect against heart disease in addition to their primary purpose of lowering blood sugars, Dr. Edelman addresses the question of whether it’s safe to take them together, and if they can also cause hypoglycemia.
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If your child has type 2 or you’re concerned it could develop, dietitian and diabetes educator Janice Baker offers helpful advice and practical suggestions on how you can support your kids while helping to guide them into a healthier lifestyle.
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Endurance (or aerobic) exercise is extremely beneficial to people with type 2 diabetes, but all too often is not prescribed. Whether you’re new to exercise or a seasoned athlete, staying focused on four aspects of an exercise routine is key to being successful and staying healthy.
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In this workshop from our virtual conference August 1st, endocrinologist Dr. Schafer Boeder explains the benefits of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), the different types of systems available, and exciting advances coming down the pipeline.
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With newer medication options available now for treating type 2 diabetes, Dr. Edelman answers a common question about how they can be included in a diabetes management regimen with regard to metformin.
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