Diabetes Connections Type 2

Nov 01 2024 52 ep. 20 mins 2
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No nagging and no lecturing! Just good information about what's new for people with type 2 diabetes. A lot has changed; there are new tools and even new ways of thinking about diabetes. We're sharing quick facts and bringing you interviews with tech companies, advocates, and fascinating people living with type 2. Host Stacey Simms has been called “A diabetes podcast pioneer” by Healthline. You’ll get actionable info that will help you thrive!

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In the News... Omnipod 5 iPhone update, Libre & Dexcom news, overnight insulin pump and more!

Nov 01 2024 7 mins  
It's In the News.. a look at the top headlines and stories in the diabetes community. This week's top stories: iPhone control for Omnipod 5 rolls out, Libre is approved for use in CT scans and MRIs, Dexcom files for 15 day wear, Luna nighttime pump goes to trial, iLet cell trials move forward and more! Find out more about Moms' Night Out Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they

In the News... Hurricane aid, Medtronic safety warning, Mounjaro supply update, stem cell T1D success... and more!

Oct 11 2024 8 mins  
It's In the News.. a look at the top headlines and stories in the diabetes community. This week's top stories: Hurricane aid for people with diabetes, Medtronic safety warning, stem cell updates for type 1, new study about teens and young adults with type 1, and Ryan Reed returns to racing. Find out more about Moms' Night Out Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make t

In the News... Insulin price lawsuit, new CGM approved, diabetes camp scholarships... and more!

Sep 27 2024 8 mins  
It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: The FTC sues PBMs over insulin pricing, a new CGM is approved in Europe, more news about GLP-1s but some research says it may not work as well for one population, diabetes camps are invited to apply for grants, and more! Find out more about Moms' Night Out Please visit our Sp

Omnipod 5 Brings Automated Insulin Delivery to Type 2 Diabetes

Sep 25 2024 28 mins  
Automated insulin delivery has been an incredible advancement for insulin pumps. Now, for the first time, the FDA has approved a system for people with type 2. It’s called Omnipod 5. We’re going to talk about how it works, who it helps, and what the company found in their studies of people who use it. My guest this week is Dr. Trang Ly, truly one of the pioneers of studying and

CGM Without a Prescription: Stelo & the Future of Diabetes Care with Dexcom's Jake Leach

Sep 17 2024 30 mins  
For the first time, you can buy a continuous glucose monitor over the counter, no prescription needed. This summer we went from no CGMs available this way, to now having two. This week we’re talking about the Dexcom Stelo with the company’s COO Jake Leach. We’ll go through the features, the price, how to order and what you should know before you start a CGM. This podcast is n

In the News... CGM in space, diet and type 1 diabetes study, GLP-1 gel in development, and more!

Sep 13 2024 8 mins  
It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: Dexcom CGM is worn in space, two over-the-counter CGMs are now available, a large new study looks at potential dietary causes of type 1, and researchers are looking at a gel version of GLP-1 medications. Find out more about Moms' Night Out Please visit our Sponsors & Partners

In the News.. Omnipod 5 approved for type 2, bright light at night diabetes link, Zepbound price cut, and more!

Aug 30 2024 8 mins  
It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: The FDA approved Omnipod 5 for people with type 2 who use insulin, Dexcom's Stelo, the first over the counter CGM, is now on sale. more evidence that bright light at night may increase the risk of diabetes, a price cut for Zepbound, and more! Find out more about Moms' Night Ou

In the News... weekly basal + semaglutide, liver targeted insulin, Lance Bass educates about LADA, and more!

Aug 16 2024 7 mins  
It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: A weekly basal plus semaglutide is in the works, but not for the US right now, Tandem updates it's app recall, liver targeted insulin study, a weird walking story, and Lance Bass educates about LADA. Find out more about Moms' Night Out Please visit our Sponsors & Partners -

Preventing kidney complications: Information over fear

Jul 31 2024 25 mins  
Talking about any possible complications from diabetes can be scary – and most of us only think of kidney issues in the worst possible way: transplant and dialysis. But there’s a lot you can do to stay healthy and there’s news from just this summer about how new medications are making a big difference to reduce your risk. My guests this week are Dr. Bob Gabbay, Chief Scientif

In the News...Does insulin use differ by gender? Diabetes & Covid update, fully implantable CGM studied, and more!

Jul 19 2024 9 mins  
It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: A new study looks at insulin needs in men vs women, updates on stem cell transplants and a new look at COVID 19 and T1D plus a fully implantable CGM is announced. We'll also tell you about a T1D athlete drafted to the MLB. Lots more in this week's episode, full transcipt below