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Diabetes
How changes in diet can manage gestational diabetes
October 03, 2022
In a recent presentation the NPWH 25th Annual Premier Women's Healthcare Conference, Jenny Madrid, MPH, RD, CDCES, BC-ADM, discussed medical nutrition therapy, a type of treatment plan for managing gestational diabetes by adjusting to an appropriate diet.
COVID-19 associated with increased type 1 diabetes risk
September 29, 2022
In a recent study, pediatric patients infected with COVID-19 were more likely to develop type 1 diabetes than those infected with other respiratory illnesses.
In gestational diabetes, tighter glycemic targets could influence outcomes for mother and child
September 23, 2022
Results of the TARGET trial provide insight into the effects of tight glycemic targets versus less tight targets on maternal and perinatal outcomes among women with gestational diabetes.
Key Takeaways for the Management of School Aged Children with Diabetes
September 12, 2022
Amy Hess-Fischl, MS, RD, LDN, BC-ADM, CDCES shares clinical pearls for the management of school aged children with diabetes.
Hypoglycemia Rescue Treatment Administration Considerations
September 12, 2022
An expert in diabetes education provides an overview of dosing requirements and appropriate administration requirements necessary for the administration of hypoglycemia rescue therapies.
Available Therapies for the Management of Severe Hypoglycemia in Pediatric Patients with Diabetes
September 12, 2022
Amy Hess-Fischl, MS, RD, LDN, BC-ADM, CDCES reviews the currently available rescue modalities for use in pediatric patients with diabetes experiencing severe hypoglycemia or very low blood sugar.
Resources Available for the Management of School Aged Children with Diabetes
September 12, 2022
A certified diabetes educator comments on the some of the available resources for patients, their families, and school staff surrounding the management of diabetes in a school setting.
Diabetes not associated with breastfeeding ability
September 09, 2022
Investigators found minimal difference between breastfeeding rates less than 1 week postpartum of women who had diabetes pre-pregnancy, gestational diabetes only, and no history of diabetes.
Overview of Hypoglycemia Signs and Symptoms
September 02, 2022
An expert in diabetes education reviews the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia and reviews the importance of having school staff members knowledgeable in their presentation.