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Part 2: Weight, Scales and T1D

Continuing the conversation: Weighing patients has been a long-standing practice of healthcare professionals across the spectrum. But is it justifiably warranted?

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T1D: Ban the Scale, Build Rapport

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Dear endocrinologists, it’s time to throw away those damn scales!

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T1D and the Working Life

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When I started my practicum, my type-1 diabetes wasn’t willing to let go of my scheduled eating lifestyle, which meant I had to get creative…

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Freestyle Libre the Music Maker

Diabetes, Personal, Running, Training

If only my Libre could belt out a little Chris Cornell while reporting my BGs, how fantasticly amazing would that be?!?!

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Stress, Mindfulness, and Blood Glucose

Diabetes, Personal, Professional

Stress is an evil little bugger, especially for those of us with Dear Diabetes. Can mindfulness help?

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