Perspectives on Diabetes Care

This is the official blog of the Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists where we share recent research and professional opinions on diabetes care and education.

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If you're looking for professional opinions on diabetes care and education, you're in the right place. Perspectives on Diabetes Care is the official ADCES® diabetes care and education blog that shares helpful views on diabetes care and education. 

This is where you'll find practical tips on working with people affected by prediabetes, diabetes and related cardiometabolic conditions and the latest research and viewpoints on issues facing diabetes care and education specialists and the people they serve.

 

 

Current & Past ADCES Blog Articles

 

Lilly Announces $35 Co-Pay for Individuals With/Without Insurance

Apr 7, 2020, 11:41 AM

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Lilly announced the Lilly Insulin Value Program. The new program allows individuals both with and without insurance to fill their monthly prescription of Lilly Insulin for $35. Learn more here.


The F Word Your Gut, Waistline and Blood Glucose Will Appreciate

Apr 4, 2020, 09:00 AM

A growing body of evidence shows the diversity and types of bacteria in the gut contribute to autoimmune disease, obesity, diabetes, insulin resistance, Alzheimer’s, IBS and more. So how can diabetes care and education specialists promote weight loss, decrease risks of depression and help manage blood glucose all at once? Fiber!


African American Women’s Hair Care: Overcoming This Barrier to Exercise

Mar 31, 2020, 10:55 AM

African American women often report “sweating out my hairstyle” as a barrier to exercise since styling their hair can be tedious, time-consuming, and costly. If diabetes care and education specialists are to address the hair care barrier that exists to physical activity among African American females, there must be a baseline knowledge of the hair care and maintenance barriers.


The 10 Most Common COVID-19 Questions From the Diabetes Community

Mar 30, 2020, 12:49 PM

Diabetes care and education specialists can play a strong role in guiding people with diabetes through the facts of COVID-19. In this blog post, the Diabetes Strong community share their most burning COVID-19 questions and Diabetes Strong founder Christel Oerum and endocrinologist Dr. Anne L. Peters give you the answers.


The Latest Guidance for Diabetes Prevention Programs During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Mar 18, 2020, 15:34 PM

Many diabetes prevention organizations are wondering how to sustain their CDC-recognized lifestyle change programs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Access the latest CDC-guidance and get your questions answered.


Getting Your Diabetes Medical Supplies: My Top, Hard-Won Lessons

Mar 17, 2020, 09:00 AM

When Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist Toby Smithson decided to switch to a new CGM device to manage her type 1 diabetes, she became all too familiar with the challenges many of her clients come up against. She shares her experience in this blog post so that other diabetes care and education specialists can better prepare their own clients for the barriers and delays they may encounter.


COVID-19: Risky Business for People With Diabetes?

Mar 12, 2020, 17:10 PM

What is the risk for people with diabetes who have contracted COVID-19? Melissa Young, PharmD, RPh, BC-ADM, CDE breaks down the data from China to help you better understand the risk to people with diabetes, along with additional resources to keep your clients safe.


Emergency Preparedness During the Coronavirus Spread

Mar 9, 2020, 13:42 PM

What can you do to prepare your clients for a possible coronavirus outbreak or emergency situation? Find out how diabetes care and education specialists can help people with diabetes stay healthy and prepared in a time of crisis/emergency.


ADCES and Diabetes Care and Education Specialists’ Engagement with Endocrine Society’s Efforts to Reduce Incidences of Hypoglycemia

Feb 11, 2020, 10:13 AM

Learn more about the Endocrine Society’s Hypoglycemia Prevention Initiative and find key publications published for use by diabetes care and education specialists in this blog. You'll also learn insights from the first HypoPrevent study coordinator, a diabetes care and education specialist.


The Link Between Diabetes and Heart Disease: 5 Ways to Address It During American Heart Month

Feb 10, 2020, 14:39 PM

As diabetes care and education specialists address cardiovascular health, it’s important to let your clients know that they can protect their heart and health by managing their blood glucose, blood pressure and cholesterol. Take advantage of the fact that February is American Heart Month and start a “heart health” conversation.


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