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Type 1 Diabetes

Type 1 Diabetes Treatment and Research: Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder that destroys pancreatic beta cells. Once called juvenile diabetes, Type 1 is diagnosed most often in children, but can be expressed in adults as well. Incidence is highest among non-hispanic whites, according to the NDEP. Adults with Type 1 make up 5% of all diagnosed diabetes patients.New tools, techniques, treatments, drugs and devices can help you improve outcomes for your patients with Type 1.

Continuous Ketone Monitoring in 2026: Can We Prevent Outpatient DKA?

Continuous ketone monitoring diabetes device integrated with insulin pump and smartphone displaying ketone and glucose readings

Continuous ketone monitoring for diabetes is emerging as one of the most intriguing developments in metabolic care. For decades, clinicians relied on periodic blood or urine tests to detect rising ketones. However, those methods often identify problems only after metabolic imbalance has already progressed. In contrast, newer sensor systems promise …

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Bringing CGM Into the Primary Care Visit: Practical Integration for Non-Specialists

Primary care physician reviewing continuous glucose monitoring data with a patient during a diabetes visit

Continuous glucose monitoring was once reserved for endocrinology clinics. Today, integrating CGM into primary care is essential as guidelines recommend earlier and broader use in both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Yet many clinicians still feel unsure about how to interpret reports or fit CGM into a busy visit. …

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GLP‑1s in Type 1 Diabetes With Obesity: When Do the 2026 Rules Say “Yes”?

A woman with type 1 diabetes and obesity consults with her doctor about GLP‑1 therapy, with insulin and diabetes tools visible.

Imagine managing type 1 diabetes and still gaining weight despite careful insulin use, exercise, and carb counting. That’s the frustrating reality for many people living with T1D and obesity. While insulin is life-saving, it can also promote weight gain, making the balance between glucose control and healthy weight even harder. …

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AI for Insulin Management: Letting Algorithms Help—Without Handing Over the Wheel

AI-driven diabetes tools including CGM sensor, smartphone displaying glucose data, and insulin pump with a digital brain hologram representing AI analysis.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming many aspects of diabetes care, and smart insulin management powered by AI is quickly becoming one of its most promising innovations. Tools that read continuous glucose monitor (CGM) data and suggest insulin changes are rapidly entering clinical use. But while these tools are powerful, they …

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Continuous Ketone Monitoring: Can We Finally Get Ahead of DKA?

Continuous ketone monitor on a patient’s abdomen showing ketone levels, with a smartphone displaying rising ketone alerts and a virtual doctor consult in the background.

Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) continues to be one of the most dangerous acute complications faced by people with diabetes, particularly those on insulin or SGLT2 inhibitors. While traditional approaches rely on intermittent blood ketone checks, a new frontier is emerging—continuous ketone monitoring for DKA prevention. This article explores how this technology …

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AI Decision Support for CGM and Insulin: How to Use It Without Losing Clinical Judgment

Clinician desk with CGM device, insulin tools, and smartphone showing AI insulin adjustment recommendation

AI decision support in diabetes care is reshaping how clinicians manage continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) and insulin dosing. These tools deliver quick data-driven recommendations, raising key questions: How do we preserve clinical judgment? Where does AI end and provider expertise begin? This article explains how to safely evaluate and use …

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Catching Type 1 Earlier: How Autoantibody Screening Is Changing the Playbook

Conceptual image showing type 1 diabetes autoantibody screening with glucose monitor, test tube, pancreas model, and antibody vials labeled GADA, IA-2A, and ZnT8A.

Type 1 diabetes doesn’t have to be a surprise. Thanks to type 1 diabetes autoantibody screening, clinicians can now identify individuals at high risk before symptoms even appear. This early detection opens doors for proactive monitoring, patient education, and potentially delaying or preventing full-blown disease. But who should be screened? …

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Preventing DKA and HHS in Outpatient Settings: 2025 Updates Every Clinician Should Apply

Doctor discussing DKA outpatient prevention with a patient; ketone meter, insulin, glucose monitor, and a sick-day plan shown in foreground

Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state (HHS) are still two of the most dangerous acute complications facing people with diabetes. However, a large portion of these cases can be prevented outside of the hospital. In 2025, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) released expanded guidance focused on DKA outpatient prevention, …

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How to Vet Diabetes Devices: A Clinic Checklist for Safe Tech Adoption

A clinic-first diabetes device evaluation checklist to safely assess CGMs, pumps, and health apps for compatibility, security, and patient outcomes.

As diabetes technology evolves at lightning speed, clinics are under increasing pressure to evaluate a growing range of tools—from continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) and insulin pumps to smartphone apps and cloud platforms. But how can healthcare providers make safe, informed decisions about which tools to recommend? A clear, structured diabetes …

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Safe Use of Diabetes Technology: Reducing Device-Related Risks Without Losing the Benefits

A collection of diabetes technology devices including a CGM, insulin pump, glucose meter, and insulin pen, illustrating safe use strategies.

Diabetes technology safety has become a critical focus as continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), insulin pumps, and automated insulin delivery systems transform diabetes care. These tools improve glycemic outcomes, enhance quality of life, and support proactive management. However, with increased device complexity comes a unique set of risks clinicians must recognize …

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