Have you ever felt like your diet or food choices left you isolated or alone? Diet culture creates community but it also separates us. From our favorite foods, from connection to our bodies, from friends, family, or social gatherings. This podcast showcases the stories of people who have embraced intuitive eating and a non-diet approach. Join host Cara Harbstreet, founder of Libre Connections, for conversations with experts and everyday people. She's a registered dietitian who loves to blend ...
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No nagging and no lecturing! Just good information about what's new for people with type 2 diabetes. A lot has changed; there are new tools and even new ways of thinking about diabetes. We're sharing quick facts and bringing you interviews with tech companies, advocates, and fascinating people living with type 2. Host Stacey Simms has been called “A diabetes podcast pioneer” by Healthline. You’ll get actionable info that will help you thrive!
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In the News.. Dexcom 15-day sensor update, TrialNet milestone, Beta Bionic IPO, and more!
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7:24It's In the News.. a look at the top headlines and stories in the diabetes community. This week's top stories: Dexcom updates investors on its 15-day sensor, TrialNet marks a big anniversary, Beta Bionics goes public, NFL fans support Mark Andrews and much more! Find out more about Moms' Night Out Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help ma…
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DiabeticU: On a mission to build better support for people with type 2
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26:46Today on Diabetes Connections Type 2: Like a lot of people diagnosed with diabetes, Matthew Tremellen didn’t feel like he got enough information, fast enough from his health care team. So he decided to build a tool to help. We’re talking to Matthew about DiabeticU, a new platform that aims to make learning about – and managing – type 2 easier. This…
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In the News... BIG beta cell transplant news, a new pump team-up, FDA moves on GLP-1 compounds, and more!
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6:15It's In the News.. a look at the top headlines and stories in the diabetes community. This week's top stories: Sana announces beta cell transplantation without the need for immunosuppresion drugs, Modular Medical teams up with Nudge BG for a brand new completely closed-loop system, the FDA moves forward to crack down on compounded Ozempic and Mounj…
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In the News... Inhaled Insulin Studied for Kids, Dexcom Launches AI, App for Driving & T1D, and more!
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6:25It's In the News.. a look at the top headlines and stories in the diabetes community. This week's top stories: Mannkind releases info about it's Afrezza pediatric studies, Dexcom launches AI tech with Stelo, Health Canada approves Tandem/Dexcom G7, diabetes drug may help sleep apnea, an app in development to help drivers with T1D and more! Find out…
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In the News.. Defining T1D stages, InsuJet approval, T2D dementia risk and more!
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6:31It's In the News.. a look at the top headlines and stories in the diabetes community. This week's top stories: A push to change the defined stages of T1D, InsuJet is approved in Canada, new study linked T2D and dementia, new drug looked at to prevent hypoglycemia, big honors for a T1D author and more! Our interview with Clare Edge here. Find out mo…
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Diabetes Digital: Bridging the gaps in type 2 care
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27:55Finding good diabetes info can be tough – there aren’t enough endos and even if you have a great GP, a lot of information can fall through the cracks. More and more digital services and telehealth options are trying to fill the void here – but of course you want to be careful about quality - and cost. I’m talking to two diabetes educators who want …
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In the News... World Diabetes Day, Free T1D Care(?!), More Mounjaro info, New pump system, and more!
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7:17It's In the News.. a look at the top headlines and stories in the diabetes community. This week's top stories: World Diabetes Day roundup, existing drugs examined for T1D prevention, Blue Circle Health expands its novel T1D care model, Mounjaro studied further, Canada approves a new pumps system, and tragedy in the diabetes community. Find out more…
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In the News... Omnipod 5 iPhone update, Libre & Dexcom news, overnight insulin pump and more!
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7:52It's In the News.. a look at the top headlines and stories in the diabetes community. This week's top stories: iPhone control for Omnipod 5 rolls out, Libre is approved for use in CT scans and MRIs, Dexcom files for 15 day wear, Luna nighttime pump goes to trial, iLet cell trials move forward and more! Find out more about Moms' Night Out Please vis…
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In the News... Hurricane aid, Medtronic safety warning, Mounjaro supply update, stem cell T1D success... and more!
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8:37It's In the News.. a look at the top headlines and stories in the diabetes community. This week's top stories: Hurricane aid for people with diabetes, Medtronic safety warning, stem cell updates for type 1, new study about teens and young adults with type 1, and Ryan Reed returns to racing. Find out more about Moms' Night Out Please visit our Spons…
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In the News... Insulin price lawsuit, new CGM approved, diabetes camp scholarships... and more!
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8:41It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: The FTC sues PBMs over insulin pricing, a new CGM is approved in Europe, more news about GLP-1s but some research says it may not work as well for one population, diabetes camps are invited to apply for grants, and more! Find out more about Moms…
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Omnipod 5 Brings Automated Insulin Delivery to Type 2 Diabetes
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28:33Automated insulin delivery has been an incredible advancement for insulin pumps. Now, for the first time, the FDA has approved a system for people with type 2. It’s called Omnipod 5. We’re going to talk about how it works, who it helps, and what the company found in their studies of people who use it. My guest this week is Dr. Trang Ly, truly one o…
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CGM Without a Prescription: Stelo & the Future of Diabetes Care with Dexcom's Jake Leach
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30:36For the first time, you can buy a continuous glucose monitor over the counter, no prescription needed. This summer we went from no CGMs available this way, to now having two. This week we’re talking about the Dexcom Stelo with the company’s COO Jake Leach. We’ll go through the features, the price, how to order and what you should know before you st…
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In the News... CGM in space, diet and type 1 diabetes study, GLP-1 gel in development, and more!
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8:05It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: Dexcom CGM is worn in space, two over-the-counter CGMs are now available, a large new study looks at potential dietary causes of type 1, and researchers are looking at a gel version of GLP-1 medications. Find out more about Moms' Night Out Pleas…
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In the News.. Omnipod 5 approved for type 2, bright light at night diabetes link, Zepbound price cut, and more!
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8:58It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: The FDA approved Omnipod 5 for people with type 2 who use insulin, Dexcom's Stelo, the first over the counter CGM, is now on sale. more evidence that bright light at night may increase the risk of diabetes, a price cut for Zepbound, and more! Fi…
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In the News... weekly basal + semaglutide, liver targeted insulin, Lance Bass educates about LADA, and more!
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7:15It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: A weekly basal plus semaglutide is in the works, but not for the US right now, Tandem updates it's app recall, liver targeted insulin study, a weird walking story, and Lance Bass educates about LADA. Find out more about Moms' Night Out Please vi…
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Preventing kidney complications: Information over fear
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25:53Talking about any possible complications from diabetes can be scary – and most of us only think of kidney issues in the worst possible way: transplant and dialysis. But there’s a lot you can do to stay healthy and there’s news from just this summer about how new medications are making a big difference to reduce your risk. My guests this week are Dr…
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In the News...Does insulin use differ by gender? Diabetes & Covid update, fully implantable CGM studied, and more!
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9:21It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: A new study looks at insulin needs in men vs women, updates on stem cell transplants and a new look at COVID 19 and T1D plus a fully implantable CGM is announced. We'll also tell you about a T1D athlete drafted to the MLB. Lots more in this week…
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What is EPI? The link to diabetes (and whether you're at risk)
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40:00DIY Pioneer Dana Lewis was diagnosed with something called EPI – exocrine pancreatic insufficiency a couple of years ago. She’d never heard of it and was shocked to find out diabetes is considered a common co-condition. In fact, 20-30 percent of people with diabetes can end up with EPI. EPI can cause a lot of discomfort and stomach issues – and hea…
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In the News... Generic GLP-1, All-in-one sensor and infusion set, 365-day CGM and more!
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9:02It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: The Eversense CGM could soon be approved for one year of continuous use, the first generic GLP-1 medication is launched, a new company tauts and all-in-one sensor and pump infusion set, a new diabetes accessory in the Roblox game, and more! Find…
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What to do when you can't fill your Ozempic or Mounjaro prescription - Advice from an endocrinologist
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27:06Medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro have fundamentally changed the way diabetes is treated. But even if your doctor writes the prescription and your insurance company covers it, getting your hands on the medication is getting harder and harder. We’re talking about what to do if you’re having trouble here – tips if you have to start and stop – and…
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In the news.. Insulin pen shortage, Omnipod 5 update, once-weekly insulin approved in Canada, and more!
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7:59It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: South Africa runs out of insulin pens - and why this could happen anywhere, once-weekly insulin is approved in Canada, update on Omnipod 5 with Dexcom G7 rollout, more older people are getting type 1 but more people are living longer with it, CG…
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What is a diabetologist (and should you see one?)
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33:01Have you heard of a diabetologist? This is a newer specialty in the U-S that may help offset the lack of endocrinologists. Most people with type 2 see a general practitioner and the diabetology certification helps those doctors learn about the latest in diabetes care. We’ll talk about how to find one of these rare experts, why there could be more o…
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In the News... Dexcom to Apple Watch, Metformin during pregnancy, Mounjaro shortage update... and more!
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10:31It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: Dexcom goes Direct to Watch in the US, Abbott gets FDA okay for its OTC CGM, new study about metformin during pregnancy, an update on semaglutides, JDRF changes its name, and more! We have a monthly newsletter! Sign up today (no spam we promise)…
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Transforming Diabetes Care: GlucosePATH Makes Personalized Medication Recommendations
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35:29GlucosePATH uses computer science and clinical data to evaluate every possible treatment option, using data from the patient, FDA, and peer-reviewed journals, in just a few seconds. It was created by computer scientist Len Testa and endocrinologist Dr. Bradly Eilerman. Len Testa is also co host of the fabulous Disney Dish podcast and the creator of…
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Inside the class-action lawsuit against insulin pricing, with Attorney Steve Berman
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24:55This week, talking with one of the lawyers bringing a class-action lawsuit against the insulin companies.. a lawsuit that has been inching forward since 2017. It was set to be settled for 500-million dollars and a four year price cap, but then judge said no. Attorney Steve Berman will talk about that last minute surprise, why he's still going forwa…
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In the News.. T1D increasing in older adults, new iCGM designation, low BG prevention tested, and more!
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7:48It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: more older adults are being diagnosed with type 1 and people with T1D are living longer, Eversense gets iCGM designation, new drug to prevent low BG is being tested, Tandem diabetes app recall, and more! Find out more about Moms' Night Out Pleas…
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Diabetes in the hospital - what patients need to know
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33:27We're taking a close up look at hospital care when you have type 2 – from the people who grade the hospitals. 30% of patients admitted for acute care have diabetes. But many hospitals aren’t prepared or have staff trained to take care of this. My guests – from the watchdog group Leapfrog and from the ADA, will talk about what’s been doing right and…
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In the News... Ingredients linked to T2D, genetic T1D research, new SGLT-2 guidelines and more!
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5:51It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: A new study links emulsifiers, a common ingrediant, to type 2 diabetes, reserachers map out the pancreas in a new way that's already yielding new information, new guidliens about using GLP-1s and SGLT-2 medications with exisiting oral meds, gene…
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Dr. Nina Cash on becoming a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model at 57, with type 2 diabetes
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32:07We’re talking to a sports illustrated swimsuit model – who lives with type 2! Nina Cash is also in her late 50s – so being a swimsuit model wasn’t something she really thought was in the cards – she spent her career in education and retired as a University Dean. She’ll tell us the story of how the SI gig happened and why she’s park of the rookie cl…
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In the News... Dexcom-to-watch update, Wegovy studies, night time hypo research and more!
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9:11It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: Dexcom launches direct-to-watch with the G7 in the UK and Ireland, more studies looking at heart benefits with Wegovy and diabetes, a new T1D study investigating an injectable to prevent overnight hypoglycemia, lobbying for Levimir, a ChatGPT di…
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Diabetes Education is boring! This group wants YOUR input to make it better.
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28:14Diabetes education is boring. Right? Yeah educators think so too. So what can we do to make it better? We’re talking about a new effort to talk to people with diabetes and find out what works for you. I’m talking to Dr Bill Polonksy from the Behavioral Diabetes Institute This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of que…
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In the News... diabetes drug pricing, vial shortage, pump using Tidepool Loop cleared, insulin cows and more!
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10:35It's In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: a new study shows that drugs like Ozempic can be produced for just a few dollars, we upate the insulin vial shortage Lilly announced, a new pump has been FDA cleared, a genetically modified cow can product human insulin, and more! Transcript and…
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Does every person with type 2 diabetes need a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)?
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32:02This endocrinologist tries to have every single one of his patients use a CGM – that’s people with type 1 and type 2. Dr. Thomas Grace is going to explain the specific benefits he thinks people who don’t use insulin can get from a CGM, and shares a few studes just released at big diabetes conference, including those around using GLP-1s.. medication…
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In the News... ATTD updates, new CGMs, drops for diabetes eye disease, scholarships and more!
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8:45It's In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: The annual ATTD conference wraps up with news about CGMs, including new FDA approvals and a look at CGMs outside of the US, new eyedrops are being studied to treat diabetic eye disease and Beyond Type 1 opens applications for their annual Beyond…
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Navigating the Art of Medicine in the Age of AI with Dr. Allen Sussman
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28:01It's pretty clear that the future of medicine will include artificial intelligence. It’s already part of doctor’s appointments, health data, and more. But balancing that machine learning high tech with a doctor’s personal touch is going to be tricky. This week, we’re talking about the art of medicine with endocrinologist and author Dr. Allen Sussma…
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What you need to know about diabetes and your eyes. I know, this one can make people nervous, but the most important thing to know is that treatments have changed A LOT and they are much more effective than you might think. We’ll also define the most common type of diabetic eye complication, retinopathy. Our conversation this week is a little diffe…
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In the News... MicroGlucagon to speed up insulin, SGLT2 & false positive tests, FDA warns about non-invasive glucose monitors and more!
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7:58It’s In the News, a look at the top stories and headlines from the diabetes community happening now. Top stories this week: what is MicroGlucagon and how could it speed up existing rapid-acting insulin? SGLT2 medications may cause false positive alcohol tests, red light therapy for type 2 diabetes, research shows teens with type 2 might have a diff…
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From Restrictive Diets to Realistic Solutions with Dr. Mike Roussell
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28:28What you eat is an important part of managing diabetes. By now, we all know being super restrictive doesn’t work, so let’s talk about some easier ways to work in more healthy foods without turning your life upside down. My guest this week is Dr. Mike Roussell, an author and nutrition consultant who holds a degree in biochemistry and a PHD in nutrit…
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In the News.. Tandem Mobi released, surprising outcomes for type 2 surgery, exercise and diabetes studies, T1D at the Super Bowl, and more!
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8:41It’s In the News, a look at the top stories and headlines from the diabetes community happening now. Top stories this week: Tandem announces it's taking orders and starting to ship the Mobi pump, Insulet gets European approval for the Abbott Libre integration with Omnipod 5, new study looks at type 2 remission and gastric bypass surgery, one type o…
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A new CGM made for people with type 2 - Learn about Dexcom's Stelo
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26:45Dexcom is planning a new CGM system called Stelo, aimed at people with type 2 diabetes who don't use insulin. This week, we're talking to the Chief Operating Officer Jake Leach all about this. Dexcom is the leading CGM used with insulin pumps, so this is an interesting new direction for them. What’s the difference between this device and those made…
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Need a CGM? Ask your pharmacist. A new pilot program aims to improve access
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34:22Getting a CGM is, more and more, becoming a routine part of a diabetes diagnosis. But figuring out if your insurance will pay can be anything but routine. A new pilot program is recruiting pharmacists to be a big part of this process, helping educate patients about their options, even writing prescriptions. Plus, with all the talk about CGM, you ma…
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In the News.. weight loss & cancer study for T2D, new pump submitted, Summer Olympic hopeful with T1D and more!
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6:08It’s In the News, a look at the top stories and headlines from the diabetes community happening now. Top stories this week: a look at how weight loss might lower cancer risk in people with type 2, a new study that says BG spikes are good(?!), Modular Medical submits a new insulin pump the FDA, another look at COVID-19's effects on people with diabe…
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Adjusting to a Type 2 Diabetes Diagnosis - PR Pro Matt Friedman
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28:19My guest is Matt Friedman, an expert in public relations who lives with type 2 – we get his take on what’s going on in PR these days – with social media, crisis control, and even CHatGPT and AI – and of course we’ll talk about diabetes, and the bone Matt has to pick with restaurants. I love talking abou technology and the majority of these episodes…
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Insulin Use with Type 2 Diabetes: Navigating Solutions, Avoiding Stigma
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39:02Let’s talk about using insulin. For some, that can feel like a huge failure or that they have the bad type of diabetes. But sometimes, diet and exercise isn’t enough to manage type 2 diabetes. My guest this week is Dr. Arthi Thangudu and she’s going to talk about how she approaches these conversations with her patients and some of the newer options…
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In the News... Spray insulin tested, Dexcom T2D sensor submitted, A1C period pads... and more!
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7:34It’s In the News, a look at the top stories and headlines from the diabetes community happening now. Top stories this week: Vertex pauses their stem cell transplantation trials after a patient death, spray insulin is tested, learning more about Dexcom's sensor for type 2, measuring A1C through menstrual blood and more! Find out more about Moms' Nig…
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Get Kitchen Confident! The Happy Diabetic's Recipe for Living Well with Type 2 Diabetes
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31:06When you get a diabetes diagnosis, eating well is usually at the top of the “to-do” list. But then you get home and look around the kitchen and – let’s face it – most of us aren’t sure where to start. What’s easy to cook that will taste good? What will my family actually eat? This week I’m talking to Chef Robert Lewis, who calls himself the happy d…
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Diabetes + Weight Loss: Inside the new partnership between WeightWatchers and Abbott
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39:12This time of year diets are the center of a lot of conversations. So when I heard WeightWatchers was specifically offering something for people with diabetes, I wanted to learn more. WeightWatchers is teaming up with Abbott to use the Freestyle Libe CGM as part of their newest program. What does really mean for people with type 2? What are they off…
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“Diabetes distress is something real” - Managing the mental side of type 2 with Dr. Bill Polonsky
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30:29Today on Diabetes Connections Type 2: Let’s talk about diabetes distress and how to manage it. Not sure what that even means? My guest is Dr. Bill Polonksy – a diabetes psychologist – who has an incredible message around mental health and diabetes. He’ll explain how addressing the real-life emotional aspects of diabetes is critical for long-term he…
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In the News... Does food-as-medicine work for T2D? fake Ozempic warning, new Tzield research, My Cause My Cleats and more!
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7:29It’s In the News, a look at the top stories and headlines from the diabetes community happening now. Top stories this week: a new study looks at food-as-medicine for type 2, another FDA warning about fake Ozempic, new research says gut markers may help predict who Tzield will work best for, JDRF partners with NFL and more... Happy New Year - we'll …
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In the News.. Arthritis drug studied for T1D, calls to poison control over Ozempic, Tandem Source released, and more!
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10:10It’s In the News, a look at the top stories and headlines from the diabetes community happening now. Top stories this week: an existing drug for arthritis is being studied for treatment of T1D, poison control centers report a big increase in calls about misdosing of Ozmepic and semaglutides, Tandem releases it's Tandem Source software, we've got an…
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