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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Explore Helpful Views on Diabetes Care & Education

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?

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.

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.

How the AADE Prevention Network and DAPS Are Being Used by Educators

Apr 7, 2017, 12:41 PM

AADE recently launched the AADE Prevention Network™ to help programs implement the National DPP with quality and fidelity. Read how programs are using the DAPS tool.

EASD Draws Global Audience to Discuss Important Diabetes Trials

Dec 1, 2016, 08:05 AM

Guest blogger Curtis Triplitt returns with an overview of some of the most exciting studies discussed at EASD.

New Diabetes Tech Discussed at EASD

Nov 10, 2016, 08:00 AM

Guest blogger Curtis Triplitt details some of the non diabetes medication related events at the 52nd Annual European Association for the Study of Diabetes in September 2016.

Friends For Life Conference Reflection

Jul 7, 2016, 10:20 AM

AADE guest blogger Jenny Drenkard recently attended the Children with Diabetes' Friends for Life conference in Orlando. Read what impact her experience had on her perception of type 1 diabetes as an early-career diabetes educator.

Young Leaders in Diabetes

Jun 30, 2016, 15:56 PM

In this guest post for the AADE blog, Katie Doyle shares a few stories from fellow young adults with diabetes in North America and the Caribbean.

Creating Opportunities with Diabetes

Jan 29, 2016, 12:50 PM

Guest blogger Katie Doyle recounts her adventures over the past year, and how she's learned about herself and her diabetes.