An Accurate Duration of Insulin Action Prevents Excessive Insulin Stacking
By John Walsh, PA, CDE and Ruth Roberts, MA Authors of Pumping Insulin and Using Insulin What is DIA? Duration of insulin action (DIA) or … Read more
By John Walsh, PA, CDE and Ruth Roberts, MA Authors of Pumping Insulin and Using Insulin What is DIA? Duration of insulin action (DIA) or … Read more
IR-1250 The new Animas IR-1250 insulin pump is an update of the popular IR-1200. New additions have been added to make the pump more convenient. … Read more
(See a comparison of current pumps) *Please note that the Diabetes Mall does not sell or promote any particular pump. Links 800#’s Animas (877) 937-7867 … Read more
A Look Back at GlucoWatch: The First Non-Invasive Glucose Monitor When it was introduced, the GlucoWatch Biographer was a groundbreaking innovation in diabetes care. Approved … Read more
Insert the infusion set or patch pump into the skin or through IV3000™ adhesive by hand or with an inserter. Have a qualified instructor demonstrate … Read more
A few years ago, when real-time continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) were introduced, my opinion was less than enthusiastic. I kept going back to the issue … Read more
If you’re starting insulin or looking to improve your diabetes management, the book Using Insulin offers everything you need to succeed. Written by the trusted … Read more
GLP-1 agonists are medications for diabetes that imitate a natural gut hormone to help regulate your blood sugar after meals. To maintain stable blood sugar … Read more
When Do Humalog and Novolog Insulins Really Work? Many people assume that rapid insulin works faster than it actually does. For example, someone may feel … Read more
The A1C test — also called the HbA1c test or average blood sugar test — is one of the most important lab tests in diabetes … Read more