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8 Questions (and 8 Answers) About Continuous Glucose Monitors

8 Questions (and 8 Answers) About Continuous Glucose Monitors

Should I, or shouldn’t I? If you have diabetes, you may have been asking yourself whether a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) is the right choice for you. You’ve probably heard about no-fingerstick CGM technology, which lets you track blood glucose levels day and night. But how do these devices work? Are they better than traditional testing methods? Do you have to be a “tech person” to use one? Will insurance pay?

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Is it Time to Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet? 

Is it Time to Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet? 

Ahhh… spring cleaning time is here. Imagine those sparkling windows, flipped mattresses, and spotless rugs! To say nothing of the handfuls of change you’ll find under the couch cushions! But there’s one space in your house you might not have thought of in a while. It’s a small space but an important one to clear out every year. You guessed it, get ready to clean out your medicine cabinet!

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Choosing the Right Skin Barrier for Your Ostomy

Choosing the Right Skin Barrier for Your Ostomy

Whether you’re selecting supplies for a home improvement project or managing an ostomy, getting the details right is the key to success. To ensure the job gets done correctly, you’ll need to understand what tools to use and how to use them correctly. If you live with an ostomy, including a colostomy, ileostomy, or urostomy, there’s a lot to think about, including how to choose the right skin barrier.

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Essential Tips for Traveling When You Have Diabetes

Essential Tips for Traveling When You Have Diabetes

For those living with diabetes, staying healthy requires a mindful approach to leaving home, even if the trip is just a day of shopping or a visit with a friend. If your destination involves a suitcase and a mode of transportation beyond a simple car ride, such as a trip by train, plane, or ship, preparation is even more important.

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Are Compression Dressings Right for Your Wound?

Are Compression Dressings Right for Your Wound?

Are you under a doctor’s care for a chronic wound such as a venous ulcer or nonhealing wound? If so, your treatment plan may include compression therapy. While many experts consider compression the gold standard for treating venous ulcers, it is not a one-size-fits-all approach.

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Helping Kids Manage Diabetes at Camp

Helping Kids Manage Diabetes at Camp

If your child has diabetes, you already know that there’s a lot to think about, and a lot to do. You’ll learn to help your child test their blood glucose, learn about medications, including insulin injections, if needed, and how to manage the emotional ups and downs of having a chronic disease.

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