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General diabetes education, management tips, expert voices

51: 2020 Election Wrap-Up from ADCES Advocacy

ADCES Director of Advocacy Kate Thomas presents a brief summary of where the 2020 election has landed us. Tune in to hear our predictions for the House and Senate priorities in the coming months, ADCES’ plans for the lame-duck session of congress, and details on how you can get more involved in diabetes advocacy.

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50: How to Provide Engaging and Individualized Diabetes Education: What the DSMES National Standards Really Require and Tips to Help

Diabetes self-management education and support (DSMES) services, whether they are offered in group or one-on-one settings, must be individualized and engaging. Find out what the National Standards for DSMES really say about how you offer these services as we speak with Sacha Uelmen, ADCES director of diabetes education and prevention programs. In the second part of the episode, Sacha speaks with Lucille Hughes, the director of diabetes education for South Nassau Communities Hospital, on her tips for offering engaging and person-centered session in any setting.

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48: The 2020 Election Decision-Making Guide for Diabetes Care and Education Specialists

Some of you have been asking for some non-partisan information and resources to help you cut through all the noise you’re hearing this election cycle. ADCES Director of Advocacy Kate Thomas joins us to briefly introduce you to a new non-partisan election guide to help you ask the right questions and better understand a candidate’s stance on healthcare. It’s a great for people who want make more informed voting decisions but aren’t sure where to start.

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