Jul 11, 2019, 13:54 PM
In June 2019, the American Diabetes Association published its first recommendations for time-in-range targets when using continuous glucose monitoring in research and practice. he recommendations were developed by an international panel of 43 physicians, researchers, and individuals with diabetes who are experts in CGM technologies and diabetes research and care in order to provide guidance for clinicians, researchers, and individuals with diabetes to utilize, interpret and report CGM data in routine clinical care and research.
Jul 2, 2019, 10:59 AM
Given that people with diabetes can be at high risk for cardiovascular morbidity and mortality, healthcare professionals should consider therapies with proven benefit in people at risk for cardiovascular events. This blog post summarizes the effects some diabetes medications have on cardiovascular disease and presents factors to consider when initiating medications in people with type 2 diabetes.
Jun 26, 2019, 11:08 AM
The person-centered care approach relies on putting the person at the center of all we do. It lends itself to making them an active participant in the decision-making process, builds a relationship of respect and helps to customize a care plan and education that takes into account their preferences, cultural values, traditions and individual needs.
Jun 20, 2019, 13:00 PM
Chris Memering shares her highlights and takeaways from the ADA 2019 Scientific Sessions. Get summaries on the latest research looking at the integration of diabetes and cardiovascular care, gestational diabetes, nutrition therapy, access to diabetes education and more!
Jun 17, 2019, 11:41 AM
Guest blogger, Hope Warshaw, MMSc, RD, CDE and 2016 AADE President, shares her take on attending the recent American Diabetes Association’s Scientific Sessions.
Jun 12, 2019, 15:40 PM
Guest blogger Jason Garrett tells AADE how his health and the health of his clients improved after he discovered a resource in the Plant-Based Community of Interest, a professional development and networking forum available to all AADE members through MY AADE NETWORK.
Jun 4, 2019, 10:30 AM
Today more than ever we rely on technology. The number of people using insulin pumps, pens, and CGM is growing. Before DANA, it was close to impossible to keep up with all the devices and apps our patients were using. But now, DANA offers AADE members and diabetes educators the resources to stay relevant and on top.
May 30, 2019, 13:09 PM
People with diabetes (PWDs) have an increased risk of developing depression. Many PWDs feel comfortable expressing their emotions and feelings to their diabetes educators; therefore, diabetes educators play a critical role in helping PWDs cope and manage their mental health by providing individualized resources. Read six ways educators can support the mental health of people with diabetes and access practical resources in this blog post.
May 22, 2019, 16:27 PM
There is a serious psychosocial problem occurring and it’s not something we can let slide. For too long there has been a stereotypical misconception about a person with diabetes (type 2 in particular, but the word is used ubiquitously). People with diabetes often hear that they are in fact at fault for the disease; through poor diet choices, sedentary lifestyle, etc. It’s time for diabetes educators to stand up for the entire diabetes population and disband the ignorance.
May 14, 2019, 11:05 AM
As part of a campaign to improve care for 1 million people with type 2 diabetes by 2021, Sutter Health committed to increasing referrals for DSMES (diabetes self-management education and support). If you are part of a medical group or health system and would like to increase provider referrals for DSMES, here are five strategies.