Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
627 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 170 ratingsThe T1D news show you've been waiting for! Long-time broadcaster, blogger and diabetes mom Stacey Simms interviews prominent advocates, authors and speakers. Stacey asks hard questions of healthcare companies and tech developers and brings on "everyday' people living with type 1. Great for parents of T1D kids, adults with type 1 and anyone who loves a person with diabetes.
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In the News.. Diabetes supply prices capped, New integrated insulin pen system, T1D diagnosis study and more!
November 11, 2022 09:00 - 7 minutes - 5.79 MBIt's in the News.. the top diabetes stories of the past seven days. This week, one state caps not just insulin prices, but diabetes supplies for some, Lilly is out with a new integrated pen system, new study look at DKA at diagnosis of type 1 and what that means for health issues later on, and more! Learn more about the T1D Exchange: www.t1dexchange.org/stacey Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst Diabetes Mom! Join the Diabetes Connections Facebook Group! Sign up for our newsl...
Tips, Tricks and Building a Community: Meet Tom From Type One Talks
November 08, 2022 09:00 - 39 minutes - 27.6 MBType One Talks is a popular YouTube channel with videos that help manage all sort of technology and situations around diabetes. But its host and founder says he wasn’t always that interested a diabetes deep dive. It all changed with his first CGM. Tom was an accountant in his former life so he really does love numbers. We’ll talk about his diagnosis as a child in the former Czechoslovakia, how much everything has changed and why he started making videos about diabetes technology, basically e...
In the News... Researching T2D drugs for T1D, Medtronic 780G moves ahead, Diabetes Awareness Month stuff and more!
November 04, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 7.8 MBIt's in the News.. the top diabetes stories of the past seven days. This week: new research looks at off-label use of GLP and SGLT drugs for people with type 1, Medtronic gets 780G approval in Canada, finger prick early detection of type 1, and lots going on for Diabetes Awareness Month. Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst Diabetes Mom! Join the Diabetes Connections Facebook Group! Sign up for our newsletter here Episode Transcription Below (or coming soon!) Please visit our...
What are your "Rules of Engagement?"- Conversations around CGM
November 01, 2022 08:00 - 27 minutes - 19.3 MBWhen it comes to using a CGM, the first question you may ask is, "How quickly can I get one?!" But this week, you'll hear there are a few other questions you may want to ask in order to get the most out of continuous glucose monitoring. In this excerpt from "Still the World's Worst Diabetes Mom: More Real Life Stories of Parenting a Child With Type 1 Diabetes," Stacey lays out conversations to have BEFORE you decide whether and how to use a CGM. Thinking this out can make your child’s use ...
Building Community Through Storytelling: SixUntilMe's Kerri Sparling
October 25, 2022 08:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBThe author of Six Until Me, Kerri Sparling, isn’t blogging any more, but she’s still looking for stories of connection and community built around conversation For 14 years Kerri wrote a daily blog about her experience with type 1. She put aside SixUntilMe in 2019. We’re going to talk about her new book, what she thinks about the online community these days and what’s next. This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health car...
In the News... insulin rationing, DIY tech studies, iLet pump research and more!
October 21, 2022 08:12 - 8 minutes - 6.69 MBIt’s It’s “In the News…” a look at the top diabetes stories and headlines of the past seven days. This week: a troubling new study about how many people with diabetes ration insulin, a new study looks at OpenAPS compared to traditional pumps, more research on Beta Bionics' iLet pump, an old diabetes drug might help in the fight against dementia, and more! Learn more about the T1D Exchange: https://t1dexchange.org/stacey/ Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst Diabetes Mom! Join the...
What happens at T1D teen retreats (and what adults can learn from them)
October 18, 2022 08:00 - 33 minutes - 24.3 MBWho would volunteer to spend a weekend with a bunch of teens with type 1? A bunch of people who’ve been there! We’re talking about teen retreats – and what even adults can learn – about the power of connection. Patrick Mertes has lived with type 1 since he was a child. If that name sounds remember, he’s one of the climbers from the 50-in-50 project where he and a friend climbed the highest peak in all 50 states in 50 days a couple of years back. He also runs a fantastic family and teen ret...
In the News.. A partner for a T1D prevention drug, expanding CGM Medicare coverage, the worst age for T2D outcomes, and more!
October 14, 2022 08:00 - 5 minutes - 5.38 MBIt's It’s “In the News…” a look at the top diabetes stories and headlines of the past seven days. This week: Provention Bio hopes to get FDA approval of Teplizumab next month and partners with Sanofi on this T1D prevention drug, new type 2 studies show that younger people who develop it generally have worse health outcomes, Medicare considers expanded coverage of CGMs and more Learn more about the T1D Exchange: www.T1Dexchange.org/Stacey Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst Diabet...
Talking Dexcom's G7 with Senior Director of Global Product Design, Alex Diener
October 11, 2022 08:00 - 41 minutes - 29.1 MBWe're taking a look at the design decisions that go into diabetes technology, specifically Dexcom’s G7. Beyond the accuracy and interoperability we all want, they also look at things like dexterity, feel and hand strength. Alex Diener is Dexcom’s Senior Director of Global Product Design. He lives with type 1 and he shared a lot of the behind the scenes thought process that’s gone into the design of the G7 sensor and transmitter and the apps that go along with it. This podcast is not intend...
In the News... States explore insulin production, Dexcom G7 in wider release, weekly basal insulin and more!
October 07, 2022 08:00 - 7 minutes - 6.24 MBIt’s “In the News…” a look at the top diabetes stories and headlines of the past seven days. This week: Michigan joins California in exploring producing and distributing insulin made in-state, new study looks at why girls have a harder time with T1D than boys, weekly basal insulin moves forward, Dexcom puts G7 in wider release (but not yet in the US) and more! Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst Diabetes Mom! Join the Diabetes Connections Facebook Group! Sign up for our newslett...
"What We Wish You Knew - and Why" - A diabetes patient-centered panel from #EASD
October 04, 2022 08:00 - 44 minutes - 31.6 MBMany of you tuned in virtually to EASD or maybe you were lucky enough to travel there! There was one talk at the European Association for the Study of Diabetes that really got my attention: the #dedoc° symposia “What we wish you knew — and why” which featured advocates speaking on topics that are relevant to people living with diabetes. The topic for this one is: Novel forms of online peer support developed during COVID; how did communities around the world stay connected? #dedoc° was foun...
In the News... Testing for T1D before symptoms, extended infusion sets, hysterectomy & T2D and more!
September 30, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 7.03 MBIt's "In the News..." a look at the top diabetes stories and headlines of the past seven days. This week: new information about COVID and type 1 in kids, a new way to look for diabetes before symptoms appear, Medtronic may be ready to ship their 7-day infusion set, approved more than a year ago, and more. Thanks to our sponsor, T1D Exchange: www.t1dexchange.org/Stacey Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst Diabetes Mom! Join the Diabetes Connections Facebook Group! Sign up for ou...
Guest interview: "Nerdabetic" talks to Dexcom's Jake Leach
September 27, 2022 13:22 - 10 minutes - 10.9 MBDexcom's G7 is still not approved in the United States, but it's in limited release in Europe. This week, friend of the show Kamil Armacki, better known as Nerdabetic, interviews Dexcom's Chief Operating Officer, Jake Leach. Find more about Kamil over at his amazing YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/nerdabetic This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider. Check out Stacey's book: The World's...
In the News.. Medtronic safety alert, Omnipod 5 in Europe, T1D Index launched and more!
September 23, 2022 08:00 - 6 minutes - 4.47 MBIt’s In the News! This week’s top diabetes headlines and stories include: cybersecurity risk cited for some Medtronic pumps, Omnipod 5 gets European approval, new data about the Freestyle Libre and avoiding hospitalizations, the new T1D Index and more! Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst Diabetes Mom! Join the Diabetes Connections Facebook Group! Sign up for our newsletter here Episode Transcription Below (or coming soon!) Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help mak...
"I think it's just the beginning" - A new way to test DIY pump systems from UVA
September 20, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 24.6 MBResearchers at UVA recently published a study called Design and Validation of an Open-Source Closed-Loop Testbed for Artificial Pancreas Systems. They say what they’ve set up here is quote - a valid tool that can be used by the research community to demonstrate the effectiveness of different control algorithms and safety features for APS, automated pancreas systems. This week, you'll hear from Xugui Zho and Homa Alemzadeh, two of the researchers on this study. Link to the study: https:...
In the News.... Screening kids for diabetes, New shot for T2D, 92 years old with T1D and more!
September 16, 2022 08:00 - 6 minutes - 5.97 MBIt's In the News! This week's top diabetes headlines and stories include: with more cases of type 1 and type 2 diabetes in US kids, researchers look into whether more screenings should take place. There's a new injectable on the market that some studies show can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes in overweight and obese people, Medtronic faces a shareholder lawsuit and a 92-yar old Long Island woman, diagnosed as a child, may be one of the oldest living people with type 1. She has some great...
25 Marathons, One World Series of Poker, and 23 Years of T1D: Meet Doug Scalia
September 13, 2022 08:00 - 41 minutes - 30 MBDoug Scalia has completed 25 marathons in 15 states. He’s about to add three more to his list, including the New York City Marathon as part of a team of people with type 1. He knows it sounds like an impossible feat for many, but he says anyone can do it! Doug was diagnosed as a young adult and he’s also played in the World Series of Poker so we have a lot to talk about. This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care pr...
In the News.. Islet cell implant update, BG check with radio waves, preschool T1D detection & more!
September 09, 2022 08:00 - 6 minutes - 5.73 MBIt’s in the news! The top stories and headlines around the diabetes community this week include: A new way to sneak islet cells into the body without needing immunosuppressive drugs, routinely checking young children for T1D markets before symptoms show up, a non invasive way to measure blood glucose uses Radio Frequency, a DIY movement publishes in the New England Journal of Medicine and more! Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst Diabetes Mom! Join the Diabetes Connections Faceboo...
Omnipod 5: Answering your questions about "real world" use
September 06, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBOmnipod 5 was approved earlier this year and just rolled out to a wider release. So how is the first tubeless automated insulin delivery system doing in the real world? We put together a panel of early adopters and got their feedback. That was great, but it brought up quite a few questions, so we reached out to Omnipod for clarification and follow up. The result is a super-sized episode full of info! Our panel: Liat Kochavi, mother an almost-8-year-old with T1D, Stephanie Williams, mother ...
In the News, Oral insulin for T1D moves forward, T2D drug helps hearts, type 1 and teen brains and more
September 02, 2022 08:00 - 6 minutes - 6.04 MBIt’s in the news! The top stories and headlines around the diabetes community this week include new progress in the quest for oral insulin to treat type 1, a new study says a common type 2 diabetes drug may help those with serious heart condition, a look at teen brains and T1D, NSAID and type 2 and more! Learn about the T1d Exchange: www.t1dexchange.org/stacey Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst Diabetes Mom! Join the Diabetes Connections Facebook Group! Sign up for our newsl...
"How was eight weeks away at camp?" An interview with 17-year-old Benny
August 30, 2022 08:00 - 47 minutes - 33.7 MBStacey's son spent the summer away at regular, non-diabetes sleepaway camp. 8 weeks managing all of his own care, with no remote monitoring. You had a lot of questions, including how he manages overnight lows: Benny is 17, he was diagnosed just before he turned two and, as usual, he has a lot to say. He had quite a few adventures at camp, but everything turned out okay. We get his take on independence, responsibility and a glimpse into how a teen with type 1 thinks. This podcast is not i...
In the News... Misdiagnosed with type 2, Omnipod 5 approved for toddlers, Endocrinologist shortage and more!
August 26, 2022 08:00 - 6 minutes - 5.62 MBIt’s in the news! The top stories and headlines around the diabetes community this week include a new attempt to have fewer misdiagnoses of type 2 (when it's really type 1) diabetes, a new approval for Omnipod 5 down to two years old, a look at the endocrinologist shortage in the US, a milestone for Tandem and more! Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst Diabetes Mom! Join the Diabetes Connections Facebook Group! Sign up for our newsletter here ----- Use this link to get one fr...
"Set them up for success" - Back to school T1D help from an educator who's been there
August 23, 2022 08:00 - 51 minutes - 36.4 MBBack to school can be one of the most stressful times for parents of kids with T1D and it’s okay to admit that. This week, Anna Sabino, of Finding Smiles Coaching, a diabetes educator who lives with type 1, joins Stacey to help you out! We’re going to go through 504s, school supplies, remote monitoring, last minute issues and set you up for long term success. This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider. Mo...
In the News... Medicare negotiations law, TB Vaccine/T1D study and Covid-19, Tandem Mobi update and more!
August 19, 2022 08:00 - 7 minutes - 6.58 MBIt's in the news! The top stories and headlines around the diabetes community this week include: People on Medicare should see insulin prices capped, A look at whether the tuberculosis vaccine prevented Covid in people with type 1 diabetes, Tandem's CEO has some news about their tiny Mobi pump, students create non-invasive glucose monitoring, and some progress on smart insulin. Learn more about the T1D Exchange: https://t1dexchange.org/stacey/ Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst D...
"We've finally opened that door" - What Medicare negotiations will mean for people with diabetes
August 16, 2022 08:00 - 41 minutes - 29 MBYou may know the Inflation Reduction Act best for being the latest time an insulin price measure was NOT voted through. But supporters say there’s a lot here that will help patients save money, including those with diabetes. We talk with Sarah Kaminer Bourland, Legislative Director of Patient for Affordable Drugs Now. She explains what this new plan will mean for those on and not on Medicare, debunk some of the talking points you might have heard and look ahead to what could be next for in...
In the News... Insulin copay cap revived? G7 timeline pushed back, once weekly basal insulin and more!
August 12, 2022 08:00 - 7 minutes - 6.29 MBGet caught up on the news and headlines around the diabetes community! The top stories in the last seven days: Senate Republicans nixed an insulin copay cap, but Democrats say they will revisit this issue in a few weeks, Dexcom pushed back their G7 timeline in the USA after the FDA asks for changes, once weekly basal insulin moves forward in trials. Plus, Beyond Type 1 is back in the NYC Marathon and much more! Learn more about the T1D Exchange: https://t1dexchange.org/stacey/ Check out ...
Episode 500! Behind the Scenes & What's Next, with WMTW's Cristina Frank
August 09, 2022 08:00 - 39 minutes - 30.8 MBI started Diabetes Connections back in the summer of 2015. I'm not sure I had a number of episodes in mind when I kicked off the show, I just knew I wanted to make a podcast for and about the diabetes community. Thanks for tuning in all this time! For episode 500, I've turned hosting duties over to Cristina Frank, a TV news anchor who lives with type 1. We talk about how the episodes come together, what's worked (and what hasn't) and what I might add to the show going forward. We also thin...
50 Years with T1D, But Another Condition Changed Jeff's Life
August 02, 2022 08:00 - 40 minutes - 28.3 MBJeff Ryan has lived with type 1 for more than 50 years. But he also has what’s called an essential tremor. Part of the treatment for that included using powerful magnets, which made thinking about diabetes tech.. a little different for Jeff. He talks about being diagnosed as a toddler in 1971, and how treatment for both his tremor and his type 1 have changed.. as well as the power of community for both conditions. He recently got his 50 year Joslin Medal and shares how a photo of him in fr...
In the News.. Restoring insulin production, Tandem acquires Capillary Biomedical, "Purple Hearts" movie features T1D & more!
July 29, 2022 12:07 - 6 minutes - 5.62 MBIt's In the News! The tops diabetes stories this week include: Australian scientists say they have a new way to restore insulin production using an existing and approved drug, Tandem rolls out bolus by phone for wider release and acquires Capillary Biomedical, an infusion set maker. Dexcom adds Spanish as a language option for the G6, a necklace is said to be able to monitor glucose levels and Netflix's Purple Hearts focuses on type 1 medical costs as a plot point. Learn more about the T1D...
"Choose to do Difficult Things" - T1D Ultra-Athlete Sebastien Sasseville
July 26, 2022 08:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBSebastien Sasseville recently completed The Race Across America, a grueling 3-thousand miles coast to coast cycling event that riders must complete in only 12 days. That means pushing through not just diabetes, Sasseville lives with type 1, but also eating on the bike and sleeping just a few hours at a time. Sasseville has been an ultra athlete for two decades now. We get more details about this race, why he wanted to do it and how he managed type 1 throughout. More on Sassville here: ht...
In the News... Insulin coverage changes, CGM use in older people, another company joins islet cell research and more!
July 22, 2022 08:00 - 4 minutes - 4.43 MBTop stories In the News this week, United Healthcare announces changes to how they cover insulin for some, a new study looks at CGM use in people with type 2 over the age of 65, another company begins islet cell clinical trials, a new tool to treat diabetic neuropathy pain, gestational diabetes is on the rise, and more. Learn more about the T1D Exchange: https://t1dexchange.org/stacey/ Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst Diabetes Mom! Join the Diabetes Connections Facebook Group...
DiabetesWise Pro: Unbiased diabetes tech info for you and your doctor
July 19, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 24.1 MBWhen you’re thinking about new diabetes technology, sometimes your endo is right there with you, keeping up on the latest & greatest. But if they’re not, a new resource could help. Diabetes Wise Pro includes more than just pump and CGM specs. Stacey talks to Dr. Korey Hood, the co founder of DiabetesWise, a website that launched a few years ago to help consumers make more informed decisions around diabetes tech. We’ll talk about why they launched this new effort, who it’s for and how it co...
In the News... Vertex buys Viacyte, Tandem mobile bolus begins roll out, a One Drop sensor and more!
July 15, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 7.49 MBTop stories in this news this week: Stem cell research Vertex company buys Viacyte, another company looking at stem cells for a functional cure for T1D, some tslim users are getting access to Tandem's new mobile bolus feature, One Drop shows a "health sensor" on its website, a study shows that screening for type 1 at very young ages could help detect most cases and much more! Learn more about the T1D Exchange: https://t1dexchange.org/stacey/ Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst Dia...
CampViews: a new way to see every diabetes camper's CGM data, all at once
July 12, 2022 08:00 - 40 minutes - 28.9 MBIt’s that time of year - diabetes camps are in full swing. As remote monitoring technology changes, many camps are adapting as well. There’s a new system that lets camp staff monitor everyone’s CGM, all at once. That’s Sarah Gleich, executive director of the Nevada California Diabetes Association. We’ll find out more about what’s called CampViews, where it’s already in place, how it’s going and whether it’ll change diabetes camp for good. This technology could also make a big difference for ...
Support for T1D Caregivers From a Mom Who Gets It
July 05, 2022 08:00 - 38 minutes - 27.2 MBHer daughter was diagnosed during the first year of COVID.. now Katie Roseborough is looking to help other moms by sharing her story. Katie’s started a podcast; she talks about why and shares stories about her family’s experience. She has three kids, only one with type 1. More about Katie here https://www.sugarmamaspodcast.com/ Book presales are open! "STILL The World's Worst Diabetes Mom" will be out this fall. Order now and use promo code "Earlybird" to save $5! https://diabetes-conn...
In the News... type 1 prevention study, CGMs for older adults, Lilly Diabetes Medals are back and more!
July 01, 2022 08:00 - 6 minutes - 6.14 MBTop stories in the news this week: researchers are testing an injection to help prevent type 1 diabetes while not harming the immune system, a new study looks at older adults and CGM use, help for pharmacists when it comes to prescribing CGM and a new group takes over the Lilly Diabetes Journey Award Medals. Plus, amazing feats of endurance from ultra athletes with type 1 diabetes. Learn more about the T1D Exchange: https://t1dexchange.org/stacey/ Check out Stacey's book: The World's Wor...
The Human Trial - A new documentary about the quest for a T1D cure
June 28, 2022 08:00 - 30 minutes - 21.6 MBThis summer we get a behind the scenes look at the evolution of stem cells as a functional cure for type 1. The Human Trial is new documentary that follows the process and the filmmakers are incredibly optimistic about what they’ve seen. Co-director Lisa Hepner lives with type 1. She’s says she’s knows to be careful about “the cure in five years’ kind of statements but is convinced this is the real deal. We’ll talk about the the film, the process, the science and a lot more. Listen to our ...
In the News... Insulin pricing bill, Nasal insulin tested, Light at night as a T2D risk, and more!
June 24, 2022 08:00 - 6 minutes - 5.76 MBIt’s “In the News..” got a few minutes? Get caught up! Top stories this week: The US Senate may have a bipartisan plan to lower the price of insulin for the insured, nasal insulin is tested to reduce the risk of Alzheimer's in people with diabetes, two interesting studies about sleep and diabetes, and more! Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst Diabetes Mom! Join the Diabetes Connections Facebook Group! Sign up for our newsletter here ----- Use this link to get one free downlo...
"Stay Connected, With Style" Meet Erin Calhoun-Dulaney of Skirt My Pump
June 21, 2022 08:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBWearing an insulin pump can be a huge help when it comes to managing diabetes, but finding a place to put it can be difficult. Women’s clothing in particular, isn’t great for storing stuff. Erin Calhoun-Dulaney has lived with type 1 for 40 years and she finally got fed up enough to create her own product. We’ll talk about Skirt my Pump, her experience with T1D and her career as a Hollywood publicist. Stacey also has information about Tandem's Mobile Bolus limited roll out. Click here to fi...
In the News... Tandem Mobile Bolus, long-acting insulin study, new hospital guidelines for diabetes & more!
June 17, 2022 08:00 - 5 minutes - 5.18 MBIt’s “In the News..” got a few minutes? Get caught up! Top stories this week: Tandem Diabetes announces a limited launch of their mobile bolus feature (signup below), researchers look at how Basaglar stacks up, new guidelines for diabetes in the hospital, a T1D extreme athlete bikes across the USA and more Learn about the T1D Exchange! Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst Diabetes Mom! Join the Diabetes Connections Facebook Group! Sign up for our newsletter here ----- Use t...
"This is Becoming a Reality" - Sernova's Cell Therapy Approach to a Functional T1D Cure
June 14, 2022 08:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBBig news from Sernova, one of the companies hoping that implantable stem cells will be a functional cure for diabetes. They recently announced that the first person in their trials with type 1 is completely off injected or infused insulin – and is making their own. Stacey talks to Dr. Philip Toleikis, Sernova’s president and CEO. He explains how their process differs from some of the other companies looking at stem cells, talks about their partnerships and shares more about the patients do...
In the News... Pharmacy middle-men investigated, stem cell update, once-a-week basal insulin and more!
June 10, 2022 08:00 - 5 minutes - 5.32 MBIt's "In the News.." got a few minutes? Get caught up! Top stories this week: The Federal Trade Commission probes the prescription drug middleman industry, once a week basal insulin moves forward, DIY insuln dosing systems get a thumbs up at ADA Scientific Sessions, Sernova's stem cell system releases great findings and more! Learn more about the T1D Exchange Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst Diabetes Mom! Join the Diabetes Connections Facebook Group! Sign up for our newslet...
"Dexcom is Preparing for the Future" CEO Kevin Sayer on G7, the international market, competitors and more
June 07, 2022 08:00 - 32 minutes - 23 MBDexcom CEO Kevin Sayer joins Stacey from the American Diabetes Association’s Scientific Sessions with new G7 information, a response to Abbott’s Libre 3 approval, addressing rumors about acquiring another diabetes company and a lot more. This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider. Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst Diabetes Mom! Join the Diabetes Connections Facebook Group! Sign up for our new...
In the News... Libre 3 approved, Dexcom addresses Insulet talk, Ozempic TikTok trend and more!
June 03, 2022 08:00 - 7 minutes - 5.25 MBGot a few minutes? Get caught up on the top diabetes stories and headlines of the past week. The FDA approves Abbott's Freestyle Libre, Dexcom addresses reports it may buy Insulet, Ozempic becomes a TikTok trend, Diabetes Scholarships for college and more! Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst Diabetes Mom! Join the Diabetes Connections Facebook Group! Sign up for our newsletter here ----- Use this link to get one free download and one free month of Audible, available to Dia...
"Skills, Community, and Confidence" - Adventure Travel for T1D Teens
May 31, 2022 08:00 - 44 minutes - 31.7 MBDiabetes camp is great, but what if there were a program to take teens with type 1 on a more adventurous journey? A new, international travel program to foster confidence and independence is in the works. Savannah Johnson is the founder of Type 1 Way Ticket. Diagnosed as a toddler, she says travel as an adult changed her life. We’ll find out more about this new adventure travel program, what parents and teens can expect. More about Type 1 Way Ticket Go Fund Me Page here This podcast...
In the News... Dexcom to acquire Omnipod? People with T1D living longer, JDRF awareness on Everest and more!
May 27, 2022 08:00 - 5 minutes - 5.02 MBIt’s in the news! Got a few minutes? Get caught up! Top stories this week: Dexcom is reportedly in talks to buy Omnipod, Abbott & Dexcom sue and countersue each other over patents, new study showing people with type 1 diabetes are living longer, a JDRF advocate climbs Mt Everest, and more! Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst Diabetes Mom! Join the Diabetes Connections Facebook Group! Sign up for our newsletter here ----- Use this link to get one free download and one free mo...
"Take the Leap" - Mike Joyce is a Long Distance Hiker with T1D
May 24, 2022 11:50 - 42 minutes - 30.6 MBMike Joyce is out there – somewhere – on the Pacific Crest Trail. He set out a couple of days before this episode airs, on a 2600 mile long distance hike. It's part of his attempt to complete what’s called the Triple Crown of Hiking. He’s already done the Appalachian Trail and the Continental Divide trail. Only 535 people have completed the Triple Crown. Mike lives with type 1 and he’ll share how he went from pretty sedentary to long distance hiker and how he manages his diabetes on these in...
In the News.. Beta cells in microbeads, new injectable for T2D, Mannkind buys V-Go... and more!
May 20, 2022 08:00 - 6 minutes - 4.15 MBIt's in the news! Got a few minutes? Get caught up! Top stories this week: new research that keeps beta cells safer after transplant, a new drug for type 2 also shows weight loss success, the makers of Afrezza buy a simple patch pump, Beyond Type 1 tackles mental health and diabetes and lots more! Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst Diabetes Mom! Join the Diabetes Connections Facebook Group! Sign up for our newsletter here ----- Use this link to get one free download and one...
"The system really learns you" - The latest on the iLet Bionic Pancreas
May 17, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBWe've got an update from Beta Bionics, makers of the iLet pump. This is the system that, among many other things, requires very little input from the user. They’re hoping this makes it accessible for more people. Stacey talks to to interim CEO Martha Goldberg Aronson. She shares more information about recent studies regarding the Ilet, news about their submission to the FDA and a look into the future for this long-awaited piece of technology. More about Beta Bionics This podcast is not i...
In the News.. Nanoparticles T1D study, Oral insulin tested for T2D, a type 1 Squishmallow and more!
May 13, 2022 08:00 - 7 minutes - 8.19 MBIt’s “In the News…” Got a few minutes? Get caught up! Top stories this week: racial disparities in treatment for kids with type 1, new study looks at oral insulin for type 2, nanoparticles tested to prevent diabetes and why is there a Squishmallow toy being marketed as having T1D? That and a lot more. Full transcript and links to sources below. Learn more about the T1D Exchange Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst Diabetes Mom! Join the Diabetes Connections Facebook Group! S...