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Type 1 Diabetes News

Type 1 Diabetes is a chronic condition in which your body loses the ability to produce insulin, which is necessary for most cells to convert food into energy and regulate blood sugar levels. 

As the pandemic continues, it is more important than ever to continue following CDC recommendations for prevention – especially for people with diabetes
“In the beginner’s mind there are many possibilities; in the expert’s mind there are few.”
Two exciting technology partnerships were recently announced: Medtronic will acquire Companion Medical in the next few months to advance insulin delivery and increase...
Por Kerri Sparling Read this article in English. Cuando tuve la oportunidad de compartir por primera vez mis datos de CGM, me sentí emocionada. Y nerviosa. Chris y yo...
Daily information and statistics about the pandemic mean that the news is constant and can be overwhelming. Here’s how diaTribe’s Community Manager is handling her COVID...
At the first virtual #DData we learned about exciting work in the DIY community and strategies to get Control-IQ to more people, and we collaborated on ideas to...
Control-IQ vs. Basal-IQ, Medtronic’s 7-day infusion set, NovoPen 6, the power of virtual diabetes care, #LanguageMatters, and more!
Cost can sometimes be a barrier to proper eye care, but a variety of programs offer free or low-cost eye exams and other resources. Are you eligible?
diaTribe recently spoke with Dr. Valarie Blue Bird Jernigan about how tribal communities are being affected by both COVID-19 and diabetes, the structural inequities...
A currently-recruiting study will provide access to some of the world’s leading diabetes psychologists, support groups, and strategies to reduce distress and improve...
Food insecurity affects many people in the US, particularly people with diabetes. Resources exist to help those without access to enough, nutritious food, and Dr. Seth...
ADA’s #HealthEquityNow focuses on ensuring that all people with diabetes have the right to health, quality care, and medical resources; the Health Equity Bill of Rights...
The Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists (formerly AADE) recognizes a broader range of expertise and support in diabetes care
Children with Diabetes’ Friends for Life Orlando 2020 will be held virtually from Wednesday, July 15, through Sunday, July 19. Here are our recommendations on what to...
The CDC encourages people to wear cloth face masks. What is a cloth face mask? How can it help? How can you make a mask?
States have been working furiously during the COVID-19 pandemic to limit monthly out-of-pocket expenses on insulin
Check out the second day highlights from ADA’s virtual 80th Scientific Sessions – including new insights on Farxiga for diabetes prevention, soda taxes, the gut...
The Time in Range Coalition aims to help millions of people by promoting time in range in diabetes care
Michael Hattori – a nurse, diabetes educator, and person with diabetes – explains the health complications associated with type 2 diabetes, how to prevent them, and what...
In-person visits, lab tests, and finger stick documentation are no longer required at present to get a CGM

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