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

 

3 Reasons to be Excited for AADE18

Aug 1, 2018, 10:00 AM

Jennifer Clements won't be able to attend the AADE's annual conference this year, but she's excited for all the individuals and colleagues who will make it. Read the highlights all attendees should be getting excited about here.


Taking DANA for a Test Drive

Jul 30, 2018, 12:48 PM

Chris Memering knows diabetes educators have so much technology to keep up with, yet not enough time. Since July 16, she's been test driving AADE's answer to this problem: DANA (Diabetes Advance Network Access). Read her thoughts on this new technology institute here.


Raise Your Hand and Learn Something New

Jul 27, 2018, 09:00 AM

Molly McElwee-Malloy has over eight years of experience of volunteering for AADE. She didn't always have mastery of the skills needed for her tasks, but she had the time and the motivation to learn. Learn more about how you too can develop important skills for your career by volunteering your time.


It Takes a Village

Jul 25, 2018, 09:15 AM

The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) and the American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE) met in Chicago at the end of 2017 to launch a collaborative effort that increases screenings and referrals for people at risk for diabetes. Learn more about the initiative and their presentation this summer at AADE18.


Getting Ready for AADE18

Jul 24, 2018, 10:33 AM

I don’t want to wish a minute of summer away, but I am getting excited for August 17 to 20 when I’ll be at AADE18! It will be here before we know it, so here are 10 recommendations I’d like to share in preparation for Baltimore.


Key Vaccines for People With Diabetes

Jul 18, 2018, 11:27 AM

Diabetes educators should regularly be asking their clients if they are up to date on their vaccines. Can you confidently answer “yes” you have discussed all five of the following CDC-recommended vaccines for people with diabetes?


The Power of Diabetes Educators

Jul 12, 2018, 09:30 AM

AADE President Donna Ryan wants diabetes educators to underscore the expertise and value they add to diabetes health care. Help build the brand and elevate the profession by voicing these four value-based propositions of diabetes educators wherever you can.


The 2018 American Diabetes Association – What a Quick Ride

Jul 3, 2018, 11:00 AM

Jennifer Clements had the opportunity to attend and present at the American Diabetes Association's Scientific Sessions conference last week. Read about the highlights of her experience, and share yours in the comments if you have any.


Camping Time is Upon Us!

Jun 20, 2018, 10:16 AM

School's out for summer and diabetes camps are in. Carla Cox shares her thoughts on how diabetes camps create valuable learning opportunities for both camp kids and counselors. If you haven't considered volunteering for one, you're likely to after reading this blog.


How to Help Men Stay on Top of their Diabetes Care

Jun 13, 2018, 10:15 AM

It's Men's Health Week, and this piece from guest blogger Timika Chambers covers how diabetes educators can engage their male clients with powerful questions regarding their plan for diabetes care.


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