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Statins and Type 1 Diabetes in Women: Are They Really Necessary?

If you're a woman over 40 managing type 1 diabetes, chances are you've heard this line at your endo's office: “Because you have diabetes, we

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Adjusting to the Pod Life: My Journey from MDI to an Insulin Pump

My journey from 42+ years on MDI to life with the Omnipod 5. The lessons I’ve learned and my advice for anyone considering a change.

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Top 3 Reasons Women with Type 1 Diabetes Gain Weight

Hormonal changes during your reproductive years and menopause can significantly affect glucose metabolism, insulin sensitivity, and weight.

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Type 1 Diabetes and Menopause in the Workplace: Insights and Strategies

Back in my corporate days, I often hesitated to be transparent about managing my type 1 diabetes. I feared judgment and worried it might...

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Navigating Perimenopause and Type 1 Diabetes: My Personal Journey

As women managing Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), the journey through perimenopause can feel like a train wreck. The absence of information...

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Understanding LADA: Navigating the Path to Type 1 Diabetes

The various names for different types of diabetes can be quite confusing. If you're someone who prefers clear-cut answers, you likely...

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How to Choose an Insulin Pump with Confidence

Living with diabetes can be challenging, but empowering yourself involves gathering facts and evaluating choices. One of those choices is...

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Managing T1D Complications: A Personal Journey from Retinopathy to Frozen Shoulder

From the risk of stroke and blindness to amputation and nerve damage, navigating and managing diabetes is a constant challenge.

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Blood Sugar Making You Cranky? 5 Tips to Turn it Around!

Is your blood sugar making you cranky? You can regain control and balance! As a midlife woman with type 1 diabetes, you may have...

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