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Eddie the Elephant - Helping children understand diabetes It's not easy to explain diabetes to a child, so let Eddie help. This delightful animated character helps children gain a valuable lesson in managing diabetes. Eddie’s story teaches children how small changes, such as watching what they eat and monitoring their blood sugar, can have a positive affect on their health. Meet Eddie now. |
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What Meter is Right for
You? Use our blood glucose meter selection tool to receive customized advice on which Abbott meter is best for you. All you need to do is answer some simple questions about the meter features that are most important to you. |
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Eating Out Eating out used to be a pleasure reserved for special occasions, but with so many restaurants to choose from, eating out has become an affordable social activity that the whole family can enjoy. Managing diabetes while enjoying your meal doesn't have to be a challenge. |
Ask The Expert
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In honor of National Diabetes Month, check out the AADE-7™ Self-Care
behaviors in the updated answer on
Diabetes Education. Whether you are newly diagnosed or have had diabetes
for awhile, it is always wise to be sure your diabetes management skills are
up-to-date. Learn about all the members of
the diabetes team, and how to get the most from your visits with each of
them. Since the end of the year is drawing close, now is a good time to be sure
you have had your yearly required
tests and visits. You can also read more about the research taking place to
try to
prevent type 1 diabetes. The benefits of glucose monitoring are also featured this month. Did you know it is possible to enjoy pizza while still controlling your blood glucose? It just takes making some smart choices and monitoring the effects to find the combination that is right for you. Finally, read more about continuous glucose monitoring-- why you cannot eliminate fingerstick tests--and how to get the most out of using data management from the receiver. |
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