In part 4 of this Exclusive Interview, Tim Dunn discusses the success of the use of the FreeStyle Libre among youth in a talk with Diabetes in Control Publisher Steve Freed.
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Tim Dunn Part 5, Software for Viewing CGM Information
In part 5 of this Exclusive Interview, Tim Dunn talks with Diabetes in Control Publisher Steve Freed about software that can help medical professionals to interpret the data of the CGM system.
Read More »Tim Dunn Part 6, Final Thoughts and CGM Availability
In part 6, the conclusion of this Exclusive Interview, Tim Dunn shares how to access more info about the FreeStyle Libre in a talk with Diabetes in Control Publisher Steve Freed.
Read More »Eli Lilly to Sell Cheaper Version of Insulin Drug
'Authorized generic' of Humalog 100 to sell for $137.35 per vial, 50 percent lower than list price
Read More »March 2, 2019
This week Sheri R. Colberg, PhD, FACSM has an interesting feature on exercise and glucose levels. In her in-depth review she presents concepts that may change how you advise your patients on eating before during and after exercise. One of the things that we often do is discount the consumption …
Read More »Aiming for an Ideal Exercise Blood Glucose
By Sheri R. Colberg, PhD, FACSM
There is no official ideal blood glucose range to start with and maintain during physical activity, but we do know that being too low negatively impacts performance, as does being too high. As for what blood glucose target or range most athletes aim for, it depends on a number of factors, including the type, intensity, and duration of their activity. A consensus statement about exercise and type 1 diabetes published in The Lancet in 2017 suggested that a reasonable target for most people doing aerobic exercise lasting up to an hour is 126 to 180 mg/dL (7.0 to 10.0 mmol/L), only aiming higher for added protection against lows in some situations.
Read More »Carbs Content Alone Not Enough for Insulin Calculations
New evidence suggests added consideration of the protein and fat.
Read More »New Smart Pens Hoped to Change The Way We Treat Diabetes
Reusable smart insulin pens to launch first, followed by Bluetooth attachment for disposable pens later in 2019.
Read More »Automated Insulin System Improves Glycemic Control
Mean decrease in HbA1c greater than that seen with health care professional support only
Read More »February 2019 Briefing – Diabetes & Endocrinology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Diabetes & Endocrinology for February 2019. This roundup includes the latest research news from journal articles, as well as the FDA approvals and regulatory changes that are the most likely to affect clinical practice.Risk Factors …
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