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Three Reasons Why OTC Insulin Works for Me

Three Reasons Why OTC Insulin Works for Me

A man with Type 1 diabetes describes why he has used over-the-counter insulin for the past eight years.
Non-Diabetes Drugs and Supplements That Affect Glucose Levels

Non-Diabetes Drugs and Supplements That Affect Glucose Levels

A certified diabetes educator provides a list, and what to do to prevent a blood sugar swing caused by a new medication.
1 in 5 Teens with Type 1 May Have An Eating Disorder

1 in 5 Teens with Type 1 May Have An Eating Disorder

A large study finds that diabetes-related eating disorders are common in teens with diabetes, and can lead to poor health outcomes.
Family Behavior May Lead to Diabetes-Related Eating Disorders

Family Behavior May Lead to Diabetes-Related Eating Disorders

A researcher suggests too many caregivers unnecessarily restrict carbs.
Doctors Need to Go Beyond A1C

Doctors Need to Go Beyond A1C

A mother of a child with Type 1 diabetes argues it’s the only way to help people with Type 1 diabetes be healthy.
Over-the-Counter Insulin Probably Saved My Life

Over-the-Counter Insulin Probably Saved My Life

A woman with diabetes turns to older insulin to bring down her A1C after she loses her health insurance.
How Not to Run Out of Insulin

How Not to Run Out of Insulin

A certified diabetes educator provides a guide for staying on top of your insulin needs.
What to Do if You Run Out of Insulin

What to Do if You Run Out of Insulin

A certified diabetes educator provides a step-by-step guide.
Why is Some Insulin Available Over the Counter?

Why is Some Insulin Available Over the Counter?

To answer this, we walk you through the history of drug regulation in the U.S.
Ontario Government Plan Would Cover Insulin Costs

Ontario Government Plan Would Cover Insulin Costs

The proposal would cover all drug costs for children and young adults starting in 2018.
Novo Issues Recall Affecting Echo, NovoPen 5 Pens

Novo Issues Recall Affecting Echo, NovoPen 5 Pens

Some insulin cartridge holders for the pens have cracked. See what batches were affected.
U.S. News Names Top 5 Pediatric Diabetes Programs in the U.S.

U.S. News Names Top 5 Pediatric Diabetes Programs in the U.S.

The organization releases its 2017-2018 rankings for children’s hospitals.
How Insulin Became So Expensive – A History

How Insulin Became So Expensive – A History

At the ADA Scientific Sessions, an endocrinologist chronicles how incremental improvements have curtailed pricing competition.
The Abbott Freestyle Libre is Not a CGM

The Abbott Freestyle Libre is Not a CGM

OPINION - A Libre user says it’s a poor substitute for a CGM.
Beta Cells vs. Closed-Loop Pumps – Which is Better?

Beta Cells vs. Closed-Loop Pumps – Which is Better?

Advocates argue for both treatments at the ADA 77th Scientific Sessions.
Medtronic Launches 670G – First Hybrid, Closed-Loop System

Medtronic Launches 670G – First Hybrid, Closed-Loop System

At times dubbed an artificial pancreas, the 670G represents a leap forward in automated insulin delivery.
Children Get Help for Mom with Type 1 During Low

Children Get Help for Mom with Type 1 During Low

The two children are credited with doing everything right to get their mother the help she needed.
Medtronic Warns of Stuck MiniMed Pump Buttons

Medtronic Warns of Stuck MiniMed Pump Buttons

Changes in air pressure might cause an issue, the pump maker warns.
Fiasp Again Goes Before the FDA for Approval

Fiasp Again Goes Before the FDA for Approval

Novo Nordisk submitted the rapid-acting insulin to the agency in late March.
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