continuous glucose monitoring Archive
New CGM Coverage for Medicare customers
On March 2, 2022 In Featured Posts, Health and Wellness, Uncategorized
We know that for those with Medicare coverage, it’s been long awaited to have the Medtronic integrated continuous glucose monitor (CGM) covered, and we’re thrilled to announce that the wait is over. Medicare has officially expanded to include CGMs that integrate with Medtronic insulin pumps. “This is a very important benefit expansion for our
Balancing Diabetes and Exercise
On February 8, 2022 In Education and Information, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle
Whether you learned it from a movie or a CNN report, you probably know exercise releases endorphins—a pivotal hormone in your body’s reaction to pain and stress that is essential to your health. What’s more, aerobic exercise is the baseline for a robust metabolism and one of the building blocks of a balanced lifestyle.
Avoid Frozen Insulin: Tips for Cold Weather
On January 26, 2022 In Education and Information, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle
Whether you like to hit the slopes snowboarding or skiing, hike up the windswept trails of a snowy mountain, or simply sit outside with a cup of hot cocoa—there’s always something to do outdoors in the winter. If you’re living with diabetes or if you have diabetes, you might have to venture out into the
Insulin And Exercise
On January 20, 2022 In Education and Information, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle
Exercising is one of the best things you can do for your body when you have diabetes. Just a little physical activity every day makes a big difference in your health, happiness, and your ability to manage blood sugar. But, you may have questions about how to manage your insulin therapy before, during, and
Marking the 100-Year Anniversary of the Discovery of Insulin
On December 28, 2021 In Education and Information, Innovation
Almost 100 years ago, the first successful insulin shot was delivered to a 14-year-old boy. Since that day, insulin has become a bigger, if not the biggest, part of managing diabetes. Insulin is now a life-saving medicine responsible for helping millions of people with diabetes manage their blood sugar. In short, the discovery of insulin was a milestone not just