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

 

Going Beyond Blood Sugar Management

Jul 20, 2017, 17:33 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, 16:22 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?


Remembering a Great Mentor

Jul 13, 2017, 07:00 AM

Barbara Walz remembers friend and colleague Dr. Charlie Reasner, who recently passed away. He contributed to the field of diabetes in his work with the University of Texas, the Texas Diabetes Council and DiabetesAmerica.


Diabetes Camp: The Best Experience Ever!

Jul 11, 2017, 11:16 AM

Blogger Carla Cox just returned from a week at a diabetes camp with 49 very active teenagers...and she's definitely going back next year.


My Personal Milestone: Living with Diabetes for 75 Years

Jul 6, 2017, 09:06 AM

Barbara Borrell has lived with diabetes for 75 years, and all the advances made in diabetes. Read about her inspiring journey with self-sterilized needles, the first disposable syringes and the revolution of diabetes advancements in the late 70s.


AGP: What is it?

Jun 27, 2017, 09:50 AM

Have you heard of Ambulatory Glucose Profile? It was just added to the DexCom Clarity report. Molly McElwee-Malloy talks about potential benefits for interpreting data and helping patients.


Do it for our Children

Jun 21, 2017, 18:09 PM

AADE blogger Karen Kemmis believes it's our job to influence our children and teens to start making healthy habits. We can start by encouraging our patients to lead healthy lifestyles and try to help those around them.


Is There a Cure for Diabetes?

Jun 16, 2017, 16:01 PM

Guest blogger Timika Chambers, MSN, BSN, RN, CDE was surprised when a person with diabetes asked her if diabetes could be reversed. Read why she believes dispelling diabetes myths is important, and share your stories related to myths.


The Value of Diabetes Camp for Healthcare Professionals

Jun 13, 2017, 16:55 PM

AADE blogger Jennifer Clements believes diabetes camps are beneficial experiences for healthcare professionals and kids with diabetes alike. Share what you've learned from volunteering at a diabetes camp.


Inpatient Insulin Administration: A Continuing Saga

Jun 7, 2017, 15:51 PM

AADE blogger Carla Cox discusses the difficulty of inpatient insulin delivery for people with diabetes, and suggests ways to improve it. What has worked in your hospital setting that you can share?


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