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

 

Preparing for Disasters for the Person with Diabetes

Aug 31, 2017, 16:47 PM

Managing diabetes is complex even in perfect conditions, but how do we help patients prepare for disasters? Karen Kemmis discusses ways to help patients prepare for these situations.


A Successful AADE17

Aug 24, 2017, 16:57 PM

Jennfier Clements talks about the highlights of her time at AADE17 - from her presentation, to networking, to attending a plethora of education sessions in and outside the world of pharmacy.


Confusing Carbs

Aug 17, 2017, 17:10 PM

When one of Barbara Walz's patients had trouble understanding carbs in her diet, she took extra time to discuss them with her in different ways. Which strategies do you use to help your patients understand carbs?


What’s on Your Shelf?

Aug 10, 2017, 15:30 PM

Carla Cox is calling for your favorite written materials for patients. Send us your favorites to share with fellow diabetes educators.


How to Hook People on Exercise and Keep Them Engaged

Aug 7, 2017, 15:24 PM

Karen Kemmis discusses the key takeaways from a presentation by Dr. Len Kravitz at AADE17 on getting patients engaged in exercise.


Get Your Tweet on at #AADE17

Aug 5, 2017, 16:13 PM

Molly McEllwee-Malloy likes social media because it allows her to connect with others in real-time, but it also helps her stay up to date with events or information she might otherwise have missed.


Eight Reasons Everyone with Diabetes Should Go Home with an Action Plan

Jul 29, 2017, 06:07 AM

Guest blogger, Timika Chambers details eight reasons every person with diabetes should create a treatment/action plan with their healthcare team.


The 2017 National Diabetes Statistics Report is Here

Jul 26, 2017, 18:04 PM

The CDC recently released the 2017 Diabetes Statistics Report. Blogger Karen Kemmis gives suggestions on actions we can take with these statistics.


Going Beyond Blood Sugar Management

Jul 20, 2017, 18:33 PM

One of guest blogger Timika Chambers' challenges with her patients is getting them to realize that managing diabetes is more than just managing blood sugar - it's lifestyle management. How do you help your patients see beyond blood sugar management?


Reflection

Jul 18, 2017, 17:22 PM

Blogger Jennifer Clements believes October is a good month to reflect on the past year and look ahead to prepare goals for the next year. How do you help your patients to set and reach their goals?


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