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A gold mine of straight talk and encouragement for people touched by diabetes. We offer a unique mix of the latest diabetes news, views, and reviews. We also act as a strong voice of patient advocacy, working to foster innovation in diabetes care.
Content created by subject matter expert Amy Tenderich and team.
  1. May 19, 2023

    Ask D'Mine: How Expired Can the Milk Be?

    Have you ever wondered how accurate expired glucose test strips are? Veteran Type 1 Wil Dubois has the answer, with word from a big test strip company.

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  2. August 8, 2022

    Omnipod 5: First Tubeless Automated Insulin Delivery System with Smartphone Control

    Omnipod 5 becomes the first diabetes Automated Insulin Delivery (AID) system with no tubes and smartphone control.

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  3. April 4, 2022

    Advocates Take a Stand Against Diabetes Stigma

    The diaTribe Foundation has launched a new resource hub to help people with diabetes fight stigma.

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  4. March 21, 2022

    Traveling Safely with Type 1 Diabetes in the 'Post-COVID' World

    Everything you need to know about preparing for travel and TSA rules with type 1 diabetes as COVID subsides.

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  6. March 17, 2022

    A Word from Ireland’s Diabetes Community

    A diabetes advocate in Ireland explains the patient community and St. Patrick's Day.

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  8. March 10, 2022

    Is Cauliflower Pizza Good for Diabetics?

    Cauliflower Pizza is now big business. Why is this so exciting for people with type 1 diabetes?

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  9. March 8, 2022

    Insulin Affordability, Explained By JDRF CEO Aaron Kowalski

    JDRF leader Aaron Kowalski believes that Civica's new low-cost insulin can help solve the Insulin Pricing Crisis.

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  10. March 7, 2022

    Legendary Diabetes Doc Howard Wolpert Turns His Attention to Access Issues

    DiabetesMine interviews researcher Dr. Howard Wolpert on technology and other progress revolutionizing diabetes care.

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  11. February 18, 2022

    An Expert Explains Racism in Diabetes Care

    Arleen Marcia Tuchman's book “Diabetes: A History of Race and Disease” explores troubling racism and prejudice.

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  12. February 16, 2022

    FDA Approves Eversense 6-Month Implantable Glucose Sensor: What People with Diabetes Need to Know

    The exciting first-ever implantable continuous glucose monitor (CGM) Eversense can now be worn for 6 months straight.

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  13. February 8, 2022

    How to Lose Pandemic Weight Gain with Type 1 Diabetes

    Important tips and cautions about working to shed "pandemic pounds" when you live with type 1 diabetes.

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  14. January 14, 2022

    Medicare Expands Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) Coverage

    The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) will now Medtronic's Guardian CGM technology connected to an insulin pump.

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  15. January 6, 2022

    New Diabetes Technology: What to Expect in 2022

    A look ahead at new diabetes management tools and devices expected to launch in 2022.

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  16. January 3, 2022

    Coping Tools and Tips for Diabetic Neuropathy Pain

    People with diabetes share the best tools and hacks for managing the pain of diabetic neuropathy.

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  17. January 2, 2022

    Supreme Court Justice Sotomayor Is a Diabetes Inspiration

    DiabetesMine looks at Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor's books for adults and kids that talk about her life with type 1

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  19. December 9, 2021

    Tandem Diabetes Care's New Tech Options

    DiabetesMine reports on Tandem Diabetes Care new technology pipeline as of December 2021.

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  20. December 1, 2021

    Stem Cell-Based ‘Cure’ for Type 1 Diabetes

    Boston-based Vertex Pharmaceuticals believes they are on the path to a stem cell-based cure for type 1 diabetes.

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  21. November 24, 2021

    Stop Telling Me How to Manage My Diabetes

    Tips on how to counter well-meaning people who give unsolicited advice to those with diabetes. No thank you!

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  22. November 10, 2021

    What is the All-in-One POGO Automatic Glucose Meter?

    The all-in-one POGO Automatic glucose meter from Intuity Medical is finally available to people with diabetes in the United S

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  23. October 20, 2021

    Dexcom and Garmin Enable CGM Data Viewing

    People with diabetes can now view their continuous glucose data on Garmin smart watch or bike computer devices.

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  24. October 14, 2021

    Comparing Top Brands of Glucose Tablets and Gels

    Which glucose tablets and gels are best for treating hypoglycemia with diabetes?

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  25. September 22, 2021

    All About FreeStyle Lite Glucose Meters and Test Strips

    Everything you need to know about the FreeStyle Lite glucose meters and test strips from Abbott Diabetes Care.

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  26. September 13, 2021

    Omnipod DASH Tubeless Insulin Pump: Hands-on Review

    DiabetesMine explores the Omnipod DASH insulin delivery system: pros and cons, features and cost.

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  27. September 10, 2021

    How We Managing Being Allergic to the Insulin We Need

    How to handle an insulin allergy when you live with diabetes and your life depends on it.

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  28. September 6, 2021

    mySugr App Review: Taming Your Diabetes Monster

    DiabetesMine reviews the mySugr mobile app for diabetes management and personalized health coaching.

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  30. August 31, 2021

    Comparing Insulin Pen Needles

    Get the scoop on insulin pen needles for diabetes — choices, cost and tips for use.

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  31. August 26, 2021

    Low Carb and Gluten-Free Snacks Options for Diabetes

    DiabetesMine recommends: our team's favorite new low-carb, gluten-free snack products.

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  32. August 23, 2021

    Glucose Test Strips for Diabetes: Uses, Accuracy, Cost & More

    We explain the value, accuracy, and cost of glucose test strips used for diabetes management.

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  33. August 6, 2021

    10 Best Lancing Devices

    Introducing some of the most popular diabetes lancing devices, with comparative product details.

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  34. August 5, 2021

    What is Afrezza Inhaled Insulin?

    Everything you need to know about Afrezza inhaled insulin: safety, price, user feedback, and more.

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  35. July 27, 2021

    An Insulin Pump Guide from DiabetesMine

    Looking for the best insulin pump? Learn about current models and new diabetes technology on the horizon.

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  36. July 26, 2021

    5-Minute Home A1C Kits for Diabetes: What to Know

    Easy, affordable Home A1C Kits provide results in just 5 minutes for people with diabetes.

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  37. July 9, 2021

    8 Great CGM and Insulin Pump Patches for People with Diabetes

    DiabetesMine reviews 8 good products to keep your diabetes devices in place, in comfort and fashion.

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  38. July 1, 2021

    What You Should Know About Walmart’s Newest Low-Cost Insulin

    Walmart’s new ReliOn Novolog insulin is a fraction of the name brand price. Is it generic insulin?

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  39. June 18, 2021

    Hot New Diabetes Technology at the June 2021 DiabetesMine D-Data ExChange

    DiabetesMine's June 2021 D-Data ExChange event explores the latest in data-driven diabetes care.

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  41. June 1, 2021

    Product Review: Abbott FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose Monitor

    DiabetesMine reviews the popular FreeStyle Libre 'flash glucose monitoring' system from Abbott Diabetes Care.

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  42. May 28, 2021

    What is the Dario Glucose Meter for Diabetes?

    DiabetesMine reviews the Dario glucose meter.

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  43. May 25, 2021

    Common Skin Conditions From Diabetes Device Adhesives

    What to do about allergic and skin reactions caused by diabetes device wear.

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  44. May 24, 2021

    Could There Be a Vaccine for Type 1 Diabetes?

    Swedish biotech startup Diamyd Medical is kicking off large-scale studies of a vaccine to stop type 1 diabetes in its tracks.

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  45. May 3, 2021

    How Do the Dexcom G7/ G7 15 Day and the FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus Compare?

    All the info a person with diabetes would need to choose between Dexcom and the Abbott Libre continuous glucose monitor.

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