Dear DiabetesSister,
Summer is the time we gather with our diabetes colleagues, meet with industry partners and attend various diabetes-related conferences. This year is no different, except we have switched to online platforms. Last month, I attended the ADA Scientific Sessions (read highlights from
diaTribe and
Diabetes Mine), where I presented the research gathered from our community on fasting practices, learned about new treatments for diabetes, and even participated in networking sessions. Later this month, our staff will join others at the annual
CWD Friends for Life conference, followed by the
ADCES Annual Meeting in August.
It's hard to believe it's the beginning of July already and we have been sheltering in place for over three months. Despite this uncertain time, we continue to move forward - both as people with diabetes and here at DiabetesSisters.
We have recently put together a series of videos for our community through our Minority Initiative Program (please check out the first two below). These 30-minute videos share tips and tricks for healthy eating, exercises to do at home, and ways to keep our minds healthy, all while living with diabetes. We will be releasing new videos over the next few months, so be sure to follow us on social media to view them.
I am grateful for this somewhat sense of normalcy during this time. Each morning, I repeat a mantra: "I'm going to make lemonade out of lemons."
Until next month, please stay safe and healthy. Make lemonade.
In Sisterhood,
Anna
Anna Norton, MS, CEO
26 Triumphant (NOT Perfect!) Years THRIVING with Diabetes
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We have officially moved our Minority Initiative Program online due to COVID-19. Check out our first two videos in the series:
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This month, our Experts bring you tips for travel, advice for diabetes burnout, and share their struggles and wishes.
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Nikki was training for her first half marathon at age 42 when she was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. She was shocked when her PCP told her to stop her workouts until she could see her new endo. She shares how she learned to balance workouts and diabetes.
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Last month, Drs. Rachel Bond and Frank Lavernia shared valuable information on diabetes, cardiovascular health, and COVID-19.
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We thank PriMed for their collaboration and Novo Nordisk for supporting this project.
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At our last Leadership Institute, Diane was inspired to think outside the box. She went home driven to put extra effort into planning her monthly PODS Meetups and wrote personalized emails to each of her PODS members.
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Black women are 2 - 4 times more likely than White women to have diabetes. Get the important facts women of color need to know about diabetes in our new resource. It is available in both English and Spanish in our online Library.
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Did you know you
can now support DiabetesSisters using the Amazon shopping app on iOS and Android mobile phones?
- Open the Amazon Shopping app on your device
- Tap 'Settings' in the app
- Tap 'AmazonSmile' and follow the on-screen instructions
Be sure to update to the latest version of the Amazon Shopping app first!
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DiabetesSisters helps connect women living with diabetes through peer support, education, and advocacy that improves their health and their quality of life. Since 2008, your donations have allowed us to grow our programs and services!
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Many of us are turning to online shopping now more than ever. Did you know that you can still support us when you shop on Amazon?
Shop using our AmazonSmile link, and a portion of your sales will benefit DiabetesSisters.
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A Diabetes Care and Education Specialist can make managing your diabetes easier. They work with you to develop a plan to stay healthy and give you the tools and ongoing support to make that plan a regular part of your life.
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Myabetic products represent the beauty of the diabetes community. Bags, cases, cooling pouches, and accessories so beautiful, no one will know they're designed for diabetes. Use promo code
DSISTERS for 15% off your purchase.
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Our in-person PODS Meetups are currently suspended. Many of our groups, including those listed below, are staying connected by holding online or conference call meetings.
** We are grateful to Jazz Pharmaceutical for sponsoring our Zoom PODS platform.
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Denver, CO
July 1, 12:00 pm
Jacksonville, FL
July 1, 7:00 pm
Reno (Daytime), NV
July 2, 10:00 am
Ventura County/San Fernando Valley, CA
July 6, 6:30 pm
South Riding/Chantilly, VA
July 6, 7:00 pm
St. Augustine, FL
July 6, 7:00 pm
Princeton, NJ
July 8, 7:00 pm
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Clifton Park, NY
July 11, 10:00 am
Greater Phoenix, AZ
July 12, 3:00 pm
Davie, FL
July 15, 6:00 pm
Bridgewater, NJ
July 15, 7:00 pm
Reno (Daytime), NV
July 16, 10:00 am
Richmond, VA
July 16, 7:00 pm
Old Bridge, NJ
July 17, 10:30 am
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Reno, NV
July 21, 6:30 pm
South Shore/Braintree, MA
July 21, 7:00 pm
Minneapolis/St Paul, MN
July 22, 7:00 pm
Pittsboro, NC
July 23, 2:00 pm
Seattle, WA
July 26, 2:00 pm
Reno (Daytime), NV
July 30, 10:00 am
Boston (Metrowest), MA
July 30, 7:00 pm
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