JDRF Children's Congress 2019 / Getting Diabetes Gear to Stick
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
Release Date: 07/09/2019
Testing for T1D has changed - what you (and your doctor) need to know about screening
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
We’ve been hearing a lot more about screening for type 1 diabetes – I saw my first mainstream commercial for it last week – but what does that mean? If you have type 1 or you have a child with T1D, are you thinking about screening other family members? Should you? Over the summer new guidelines were announced for health care providers – including mental health guidelines. There’s a lot to unpack here.. my guest is the director of community screening and clinical trials education with BT1D. My guest this week is Anastasia Albanese-O'Neill, the director of community screening and...
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In the News... Insulin price lawsuit, new CGM approved, diabetes camp scholarships... and more!
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: The FTC sues PBMs over insulin pricing, a new CGM is approved in Europe, more news about GLP-1s but some research says it may not work as well for one population, diabetes camps are invited to apply for grants, and more! Find out more about Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible! Learn more about from extreme temperatures Learn more about Drive The best way to keep up with Stacey and the show is by...
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How "Accidental Demons" author Clare Edge keeps diabetes real, even in a fantasy novel
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
Clare Edge says “Diabetes is the least interesting thing about me, I don't actually like talking about it.” But she also wrote a fantastic new book all about – diabetic witch. The main character of "Accidental Demons" is a middle school aged witch with type 1 who can’t stop conjuring when she pricks her finger. We’ll talk about the book, Clare’s story of finding her way in the diabetes community, fighting the pursuit of perfection, and a lot more. This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider. Learn ...
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A new era of CGM? Dexcom’s Jake Leach on Stelo, G7 updates and more.
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
For the first time, you can buy a continuous glucose monitor over the counter, no prescription needed. This summer we went from no CGMs available this way, to now having two. This week we’re talking about the Dexcom Stelo with the company’s COO Jake Leach. We’ll talk about Stelo and get an update on G7 features including Dexcom’s plans to address concerns over Geofencing, and issues that can potentially arise if you travel outside your home country. This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider. Please...
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In the News... CGM in space, diet and type 1 diabetes study, GLP-1 gel in development, and more!
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: Dexcom CGM is worn in space, two over-the-counter CGMs are now available, a large new study looks at potential dietary causes of type 1, and researchers are looking at a gel version of GLP-1 medications. Find out more about Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible! Learn more about from extreme temperatures Learn more about Drive The best way to keep up with Stacey and the show is by signing up for our...
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Making it to the Big Leagues with T1D: Minnesota Twins draft pick Jaime Ferrer
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
Jaime Ferrer was diagnosed with type 1 at age three.. and this summer was drafted into Major League Baseball by the Minnesota Twins. I caught up with him to ask him your questions about works out, playing with a pump, how he managed the college recruitment process, and more. He’s a great kid and this was a fun one. I should note that many of you know Jamie’s mother Mila Ferrer. She’s been blogging about her family’s experience for a long time, does a lot of work with Beyond Type 1 and is an advocate for the Latino diabetes community. I’ve had the pleasure of working with her on some...
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Travel Alert: What You Need to Know About Geofencing and Dexcom G7
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
Traveling with diabetes gives you enough to think about – especially traveling internationally: preparing, packing, going through airport security. But if you travel out of your country – not just the US – with your Dexcom G7, you also have to be aware of something called geofencing. If something goes wrong with your phone or your app.. getting it back is going to be an issue. We’ll talk about how this works, why it’s in place, and what you can do about it. This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider....
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In the News.. Omnipod 5 approved for type 2, bright light at night diabetes link, Zepbound price cut, and more!
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: The FDA approved Omnipod 5 for people with type 2 who use insulin, Dexcom's Stelo, the first over the counter CGM, is now on sale. more evidence that bright light at night may increase the risk of diabetes, a price cut for Zepbound, and more! Find out more about Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible! Learn more about from extreme temperatures Learn more about Drive The best way to keep up with...
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Why Medtronic and Abbott are teaming up - and what it means for you
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
Medtronic and Abbott are joining forces – and we have questions. The announcement that Abbott will create a new CGM, based on the Freestyle Libre, exclusively for Medtronic comes just as Medtronic gets FDA approval for it’s newest sensor. So why the team up? Why now? And what will all this look like for the person using these systems? We’re talking to both companies. This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider. Find out more about Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help...
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Kicking down barriers: Chris Bright is inspiring the next generation of athletes with T1D
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
It’s hard to believe that a generation ago, doctors were still telling newly diagnosed people that they shouldn’t play sports with type 1 diabetes. My guest – Chris Bright – is not just an example of how wrong that thinking was and is.. he’s actively now helping others pursue their dreams with T1D. Chris was diagnosed as a child back in 1999 and is the founder of The Diabetes Football Community. Chris shares his early challenges, how his mother’s experience with type 1 affected their family, and what he wants you all to know about playing any sport with diabetes. This podcast...
info_outlineJDRF’s Children’s Congress kicks off this week and we’re talking to three really incredible delegates. Meet Jack, Hannah, and Kabir who will all tell their stories to legislators. You'll also hear from Stacey's local advocacy chair to find out what Children’s Congress is all about and how to apply next time around.
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Our Community Connection this week is all about getting diabetes gear to stick in the hot sweaty summer. We’ve got advice from parents of little swimmers and adults who take hot yoga.
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In Tell Me Something Good, we’ll talk about a trip of a lifetime as a 16 year old travels to the remote Yukon with a school group.
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JDRF Children's Congress Greater Western Carolinas Chapter Delegates
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This list is full of brand name and generics. I’ve linked to a website when the brand has one. You may also want to try Amazon or ask your medical supply provider. Just as everyone’s skin is different, so is our health insurance. It’s possible that what works for you may actually be covered. Stranger things have happened.
I expect to edit & add to this list in the weeks and months to come. Hope it helps!
Sticky Wipes
These make the skin a bit tacky in order to give the material you put on top a better hold.
Skin Tac wipe or liquid
IV Prep wipe
Mastisol liquid
Stoma Care wipe w/aloe
Hollister skin gel
ReliaMed wipe
Tapes/Patches
Tegaderm film dressing
Opsite Flexifix transparent film
Hypafix dressing tape
RockaDex Dexcom patches
GrifGrips adhesive patch
Waterproof Bandaid
Wraps/Bands
Kinesiology Tape (Includes brand names KT Tape, Rock Tape, Vara Tape)
Vet Wrap
Athletic Sleeves
Rash Guard/Swim shirt (cut to fit)
Misc.
EK Tools Tag Punch Classic (Dexcom-sized hole punch)
Dexcom & Libre Rash (Public Facebook Group)