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

 

Long-term Complications from Diabetes – They Occur in Teens Too

Sep 20, 2017, 10:28 AM

Carla Cox talks diabetes management in teens with type 1 diabetes, stressing that diabetes management cannot be ignored and should not be minimized.


We All Have the Same Goal

Sep 5, 2017, 16:31 PM

Molly McElwee-Malloy discusses why CDEs in industry and hospitals or clinics make a powerhouse of a team.


Preparing for Disasters for the Person with Diabetes

Aug 31, 2017, 15:47 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, 15:57 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, 16:10 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, 14:30 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, 14:24 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, 15:13 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, 05:07 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, 17:04 PM

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


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