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

 

Eat, Drink and be Merry: Tips for Managing Diabetes During the Holidays

Nov 18, 2019, 08:00 AM

The holiday season is here! Halloween is behind us and Thanksgiving is right around the corner. It’s several weeks of celebration, events and gatherings with family and friends — and lots of food and drink. Of course, people with diabetes can and should take part in the fun and festivities, but a plan will make sure they can have fun while being mindful of their diabetes management.


CMS Releases Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule for 2020

Nov 15, 2019, 09:47 AM

AADE has highlighted key provisions from the final rule that may be of interest to AADE members. Additional information can be found on the CMS fact sheet and in this CMS presentation.


Vaping and E-Cigarettes: What You Need to Know

Nov 12, 2019, 11:00 AM

Vaping and e-cigarettes have been making news headlines lately, from the potential dangers they pose to youth to upcoming legislative action. While the facts are still emerging, diabetes care and education specialists may be receiving more questions about this topic from clients and colleagues, and should have an understanding of how to discuss these products.


5 Effective Communication Strategies to Implement This National Diabetes Month

Nov 6, 2019, 13:25 PM

Disparities in health literacy greatly affect self-management, particularly for those hit hard by type 2 diabetes in racial and ethnic minority communities. In fact, across disease states, health literacy is one of the greatest hurdles to improved outcomes. Incorporating these 5 communication techniques can help overcome health literacy barriers and improve a person’s self-management success.


Fires in California and Other Weather Emergencies are Especially Dangerous for People Living with Diabetes

Oct 29, 2019, 09:40 AM

Natural disasters can be particularly hazardous for those living with diabetes. The aftermath can leave survivors without food, water, clothes, shelter, power and medical supplies for days or even weeks. For a person with diabetes, the biggest possible risks during an emergency include not having medications or insulin, dehydration (which can lead to huge jumps in blood sugar) and lack of food available when blood sugars drop. However, being prepared can help reduce the chances of a possible life-threatening situation.


Three Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Artificial Pancreas System Resources

Oct 22, 2019, 13:29 PM

Do-it-yourself (DIY) artificial pancreas systems are gaining popularity among people who live with insulin-dependent diabetes. DIY systems give greater flexibility and personalization in insulin settings than current, commercially approved insulin delivery systems. Learn more about DIY artificial pancreas systems with these recommended resources.


New Study Shows Critical Importance of Community Outreach In Chronic Disease Care

Oct 15, 2019, 12:06 PM

We talk a lot as diabetes care and education specialists of meeting people where they are in their journey with diabetes and providing person-centered care. I wonder how many of us are meeting people where they are geographically?


3 Ways to Improve Access to Vaccines for People with Diabetes in Your Practice

Oct 8, 2019, 15:05 PM

Clinical Pharmacist and Certified Diabetes Educator Marisa Rowen at El Rio Heath in Arizona shares the three steps she took to maximize promotion of vaccines and to increase access to immunizations for PWDs in her healthcare system.


Nurturing Self-Care in People with Diabetes

Sep 30, 2019, 17:37 PM

Self-care is a term that is increasingly used by the media, in technology and even in your favorite TV shows. But what does it mean and how does it translate to how diabetes care and education specialists can work with a person affected by diabetes? It all goes back to person-centered care.


Oral Evaluation for Adults with Diabetes

Sep 19, 2019, 12:46 PM

Are you familiar with the relationship between diabetes and periodontal disease? In this blog post, Diptee Ohja of the American Dental Association briefly introduces the bidirectional relationship between the two and shares a resource you can use to asses the percentage of adults with diabetes in your practice who may need a referral to a comprehensive oral evaluation.


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