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

 

A Special Message from 2018 AADE President Donna Ryan

Jan 5, 2018, 10:32 AM

My name is Donna Ryan, RN, RD, MPH, CDE and as your 2018 AADE president, I am excited for all this year has in store. You’ll be hearing a lot from me over the next year, so it’s important that you know a little about my background and the perspective I bring to this position.


Your Voice is Needed in the Health Care Debate

Nov 30, 2017, 11:38 AM

Ann Constance, MA, RDN, CDE, FAADE, Director, U.P. Diabetes Outreach Network details Olympic swimmer Gary Hall Jr.'s insulin costs from diagnosis to today.


Does the Term “Borderline” Cause Harm?

Nov 25, 2017, 08:00 AM

Guest blogger Courtney Fagan, BSN, RN began asking her patients with prediabetes what their physicians discussed with them at the first evaluation after receiving an A1C over 5.6%. This led her to understand just how important language use can be...particularly with respect to prediabetes or diagnosis of type 2 diabetes.


Giving Back to a Fantastic Profession

Nov 9, 2017, 20:11 PM

Chris Memering began her nursing career in oncology. After seeing a favorite patient for the last time during her maternity leave, she started looking for a new career path and found diabetes education. Read about how Chris developed lifelong friendships and career partnerships through her work in diabetes education.


Behind the Scenes of <em>Every Way Possible</em>

Nov 8, 2017, 16:13 PM

Guest blogger, Katie Doyle, shares her experience making Every Way Possible, a documentary short that depicts how diabetes educators can deliver culturally-competent care to diverse populations. Every Way Possible was made possible in part with support from the AADE Education and Research Foundation.


Discovering My Passion for Diabetes Care

Nov 7, 2017, 22:58 PM

Jasmine Gonzalvo, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM, CDE, LDE struggled through pharma0cy school, but after a rotation at a diabetes camp, she discovered her passion for working with people with diabetes. Learn a few nuggets of wisdom she's gained from her experiences.


Cooperative Extension: Happy to be Your Boots on the Ground

Oct 20, 2017, 15:49 PM

Do you know where your local Cooperative Extension office is? Guest blogger Pam Daniels explains how they help communities in a variety of ways, and how they can fit into diabetes education.


Understanding Diversity in the Hispanic Community

Oct 5, 2017, 11:16 AM

Not all Hispanic people are the same, says guest blogger Mila Ferrer. Understanding the groups within the Hispanic community is crucial to helping them manage their health care.


5 Common Misconceptions When Working with Hispanic People with Diabetes

Sep 28, 2017, 07:30 AM

For Hispanic Heritage Month, guest blogger Sandra Arevalo shares five common misconceptions about Hispanic people with diabetes, and how to avoid them.


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.


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