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Three Reasons Why OTC Insulin Works for Me
August 2, 2017
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
August 2, 2017
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
July 28, 2017
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
July 24, 2017
Family Behavior May Lead to Diabetes-Related Eating Disorders
A researcher suggests too many caregivers unnecessarily restrict carbs.
Doctors Need to Go Beyond A1C
July 24, 2017
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
July 19, 2017
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
July 18, 2017
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
July 17, 2017
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?
July 12, 2017
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
July 10, 2017
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
July 6, 2017
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.
June 27, 2017
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
June 21, 2017
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
June 13, 2017
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?
June 12, 2017
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
June 7, 2017
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
June 5, 2017
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
May 24, 2017
Medtronic Warns of Stuck MiniMed Pump Buttons
Changes in air pressure might cause an issue, the pump maker warns.
Nevada’s Insulin Pricing Transparency Bill Explained in GIFs
May 23, 2017
Nevada’s Insulin Pricing Transparency Bill Explained in GIFs
State lawmakers want to know why insulin prices keep increasing.
Fiasp Again Goes Before the FDA for Approval
May 19, 2017
Fiasp Again Goes Before the FDA for Approval
Novo Nordisk submitted the rapid-acting insulin to the agency in late March.