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Category Archives: Diabetes Blog Week
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Dear Army of Test Strip Zombies

Dear Army of Used Test Strips,
I am on to you. You’ve been stalking me for years now, as evidenced by the trail of test strips left behind you. I have found proof of your pursuit in every corner of my apartment, in my designated parking spot, on the floors of restaurants and bookstores (after rummaging through my purse or bag), in my cubicle, on my car’s dashboard, in my refrigerator, and – oh yes – even in my bed. And on top of all that, I think you’re trying to overthrow the governing regime of my purse. Continue reading
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Parenting Diabetes

Thanks to my position here at the American Diabetes Association, I have been introduced to many different types of people affected by diabetes. It is amazing how there are so many different perspectives on one disease – but – it is inspiring at the same time. Their outlooks, while different, all revolve around the same basic theme – thriving with diabetes. Continue reading