“What Does It All Mean?” Part 17: Transitioning From MDI to AID and CGMs

“What Does It All Mean?” Part 17: Transitioning From MDI to AID and CGMs

Moving from multiple daily injections and finger sticks to an Automated Insulin Delivery system and Continuous Glucose Monitoring can bring a new way of managing diabetes, along with new responsibilities. In this edition of What Does It All Mean?, Dennis shares his experience with MDI, CGMs and AID systems and discusses choosing a system, working with your healthcare team, training, technology, costs and the importance of reliable information.

“What Does It All Mean?” Part 16: What Is My Role in Managing My Diabetes?

“What Does It All Mean?” Part 16: What Is My Role in Managing My Diabetes?

Living with diabetes means taking on many different responsibilities every day. In this edition of What Does It All Mean?, Dennis reflects on the different “hats” we wear when managing diabetes—from monitoring blood glucose and making food choices to exercising, understanding our data, and looking after our emotional wellbeing. Above all, he reminds us of the important role we play in our own diabetes management.

“What Does It All Mean?” Part 12: Diabetes Stigma and Discrimination: Why Does It Still Exist?

“What Does It All Mean?” Part 12: Diabetes Stigma and Discrimination: Why Does It Still Exist?

Living with diabetes is challenging enough without the added burden of stigma and discrimination. In this edition of What Does It All Mean?, Dennis reflects on the misconceptions people living with diabetes face every day, why these attitudes persist, and how education, advocacy, and standing together can help create a future free from diabetes stigma.