Apr 12, 2021, 09:00 AM
Pack Health partnered with ADCES Workforce Training to provide the ADCES Diabetes Paraprofessional II training to all Health Advisors in their first three weeks at Pack Health. Learn more about the value of this training in this blog post.
Apr 5, 2021, 10:24 AM
Regular physical activity is a cornerstone of health, yet most adolescents do not meet the recommended 60 minutes of activity daily. Carla Cox, PhD, RDN, CDCES, CSSD, presents evidence, guidelines and resources that will help you set the framework for a discussion with your young clients.
Mar 31, 2021, 16:19 PM
April is National Minority Health Month and an important time to reflect on the role of the diabetes care and education specialist in providing truly individualized care. Oluwaranti Akiyode, PharmD, BCPS, CDCES, shares 7 tips with the attitude of respect and heart of love, that enable healthcare providers to connect and engage in meaningful ways and improve communication with clients.
Mar 22, 2021, 11:16 AM
There are many opportunities to develop tools for people with diabetes, but just because someone has a vision and builds something they think is wonderful does not mean it will be useful for the intended audience. Neesha Ramchandani, PhD, PNP, CDCES, discusses the importance of your clients' perspectives in translating research into practice.
Mar 15, 2021, 09:00 AM
Sacha Uelmen, Director of Diabetes Education & Prevention Programs at ADCES brings you an update to the DSMT/MNT Services Order Form. Don’t let referral confusion be a barrier to access your DSMES and MNT services! Learn more about this form and start getting referrals today.
Mar 8, 2021, 10:30 AM
U.S. News & World report recently ranked 39 diets based on input from a panel of health experts, including a fellow registered dietitian who is also a certified diabetes care & education specialist. The Mediterranean diet was ranked #1 overall. If you have clients inquiring about Mediterranean-style eating, here’s what you need to know.
Mar 1, 2021, 11:42 AM
Personal continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) can be a life-changing tool for people with diabetes, but unfortunately many who could benefit from it do not have access. The Personal CGM Playbook is a new resource that can help you increase access to this valuable tool. Read this blog post from ADCES and the American Pharmacists Association to learn more about the playbook and its significance for pharmacists and diabetes care and education specialists.
Feb 22, 2021, 13:03 PM
Despite national advances in medical technology, health disparities remain and minorities experience higher morbidity and mortality. In this blog post, you'll see some figures that indicate the severity of the issue, contributing factors, and four tips to begin addressing health disparities.
Feb 18, 2021, 09:00 AM
Bempedoic Acid received FDA approval in 2020 as an adjunctive treatment for people with cardiovascular disease or a genetic form of high cholesterol. Learn more about this new medication for people who have cardiovascular disease and are having trouble lowering their LDL cholesterol with the currently available medications.
Feb 13, 2021, 09:55 AM
February is American Heart month and also a time when chocolate is very popular due to the Valentine’s Day holiday. Many of my clients are craving sweets and often feel guilty if they indulge. During our conversations, they are pleasantly surprised when they hear the good news that they can manage their blood sugars and enjoy chocolate.