Dear DiabetesSister,
As I sit and write this message to you, I am reflecting on the last four months, and noting how resilient we are - how we are living through a pandemic and how we continue to move forward.
At DiabetesSisters, we often discuss the current situation and find solutions to continue supporting and educating women living with all kinds of diabetes. In order to keep everyone safe and healthy, we have extended our virtual meetup schedule through early 2021. Our wish is to continue providing support with the help of our dedicated volunteers, but we also want everyone to remain healthy. Please read over our
updated policy and be sure to take a look at our
COVID-19 resource page.
Last month, we introduced a video series, dedicated to providing information to minority communities and the response has been overwhelming. We are so proud to have been able to move an in-person program series online - and we thank you for watching and sharing.
Be sure to view this month's videos and check out the wonderful stories shared by our community members and articles written by our experts. There's a wealth of information right on your screen.
Until next month, stay well!
In Sisterhood,
Anna
Anna Norton, MS, CEO
27 Triumphant (NOT Perfect!) Years THRIVING with Diabetes
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Have you been watching and sharing our Minority Initiative Project videos? Check out the two latest videos in the series:
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Bea was diagnosed with depression and anxiety several years before her diabetes diagnosis. She shares how the two conditions go hand in hand, and the need to tackle them both persistently.
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This month our Experts share information on diabetes and heart health, telehealth during pandemics, and making insurance choices.
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Jennifer was glad to attend her second Leadership Institute this past fall. She feels that leading her PODS group - full of women with all types of diabetes - gives her own life with diabetes a purpose.
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Adults with diabetes, high blood pressure, or both are more likely to develop kidney disease. Learn about risk factors and ways to protect your kidneys in our resource ¿Qué es la Enfermedad Renal Crónica? It is available in both Spanish and English in our online Library.
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Lilly Diabetes has launched the Know Before the Low educational initiative, with information and questions to ask your healthcare team about low blood sugar preparedness and a rescue plan that’s right for you.
*Lilly Diabetes is a DiabetesSisters 2020 National Strategic Partner.
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Virtual Diabetes Management Service
Optimize your glucose control without leaving home with DreaMed’s cutting-edge technology.
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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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Richmond, VA
August 2, 1:00 pm
Rochester, NY
August 3, 6:00 pm
Ventura County/San Fernando Valley, CA
August 3, 6:30 pm
South Riding/Chantilly, VA
August 3, 7:00 pm
Providence, RI
August 3, 7:00 pm
Jacksonville, FL
August 5, 7:00 pm
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Clifton Park, NY
August 8, 10:00 am
Austin, TX
August 8, 10:30 am
Greater Phoenix, AZ
August 9, 3:00 pm
Reno (Daytime), NV
August 13, 10:00 am
Providence, RI
August 17, 7:00 pm
Reno, NV
August 18, 6:30 pm
South Shore/Braintree, MA
August 18, 7:00 pm
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Davie, FL
August 19, 6:00 pm
Old Bridge, NJ
August 21, 10:30 am
Minneapolis/St Paul, MN
August 26, 7:00 pm
Reno (Daytime), NV
August 27, 10:00 am
Boston (Metrowest), MA
August 27, 7:00 pm
Seattle, WA
August 30, 2:00 pm
Providence, RI
August 31, 7:00 pm
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