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Nancy Klobassa and Peggy Moreland
Nancy Klobassa, R.N., B.S.N, C.D.E
Nancy Klobassa is a registered nurse who has worked in diabetes education for 14 years. She is a certified diabetes educator (C.D.E.) and is currently in graduate school working on a Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.) and Health Care Education.Nancy works with adults who have type 1, type 2 and other forms of diabetes. Nancy is coordinator of the Diabetes Unit's intensive insulin therapy program within the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, Nutrition & Metabolism at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn. Nancy has worked extensively with insulin pump therapy and continuous interstitial glucose sensing.
Peggy Moreland, R.N., M.S.N.
Peggy Moreland is a diabetes educator in the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, Nutrition & Metabolism at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn.Peggy graduated with a Master of Science in Nursing and Health Care Education from the University of Phoenix and is a member of the American Association of Diabetes Educators and the American Diabetes Association. Peggy enjoys working with patients to set and achieve diabetes self-management goals.
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Feb. 6, 2010
Grief is a natural reaction to diabetes diagnosis
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
The grieving process is a natural part of accepting a life-changing diagnosis such as diabetes. Working through it is critical. continue
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Jan. 20, 2010
Psychological insulin resistance stems from fear
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Psychological insulin resistance affects many who need treatment. continue
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Jan. 7, 2010
Alcohol and diabetes
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
If you have diabetes and want to drink, follow guidelines to be safe. continue
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Dec. 22, 2009
Diabetes then and now
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Diabetes treatment has changed dramatically in the last 100 years. continue
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Dec. 12, 2009
Put a little Scrooge in your diabetes self-management
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
It's OK to think about yourself first when it comes to diabetes. continue
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Dec. 4, 2009
Insulin devices being discontinued
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Loss of insulin devices will mean change for patients. Talk to your provider. continue
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Feb. 3, 2010
Caffeine and blood sugar: What's the connection?
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Caffeine may have some impact on those with type 2 diabetes. continue
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Nov. 17, 2009
Coping with the ups and downs of managing diabetes
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Share tips for handling the highs and lows of managing diabetes. continue
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Nov. 10, 2009
Don't let grocery store sidetrack a healthy diabetes diet
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Stick with your mission when shopping for essentials at the grocery store. continue
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Nov. 3, 2009
Diabetes diagnosis
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
The diagnosis of type 1 versus type 2 diabetes isn't always straightforward. As we learn more about diabetes, the lines between the types seem less clear. continue
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Oct. 27, 2009
A1C test helps diagnose diabetes
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
A1C test helps doctors diagnose diabetes. continue
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Oct. 20, 2009
Diabetes Expo a valuable resource
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
If Diabetes Expo comes to a city near you, check it out. continue
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Oct. 10, 2009
To tell or not to tell: Diabetes and dating
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Use these tips to help with diabetes and dating. continue
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Oct. 2, 2009
Diabetes self-management difficult to juggle
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Constant demands make time commitment difficult for diabetes self-management. continue
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Sept. 19, 2009
How to talk with your doctor about diabetes
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
A few tips can help make your visit to the doctor more productive. continue
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Sept. 9, 2009
Concert venues and diabetes
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
People with diabetes need medical supplies, food at concerts and sporting events. continue
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Aug. 28, 2009
Dealing with diabetes emergencies
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Tips can help you deal with possible diabetes emergencies. continue
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Aug. 21, 2009
Diabetes and college
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Going to college means learning new skills, including how to manage your diabetes on your own. continue
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Aug. 14, 2009
Tips for managing diabetes at work
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Be prepared, and you'll better manage your diabetes at work. continue
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Aug. 6, 2009
Diabetes and shift work
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Managing diabetes while working shifts is challenging, but with planning you can do it. continue
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Aug. 1, 2009
Heat and diabetes
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Heat may change your daily routines in the summer. continue
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July 24, 2009
Choosing a diabetes doctor
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Get tips on choosing a diabetes doctor. continue
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July 17, 2009
More diabetes myths
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
More about the myths that surround diabetes. continue
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July 11, 2009
Top 10 diabetes myths
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Many myths surround diabetes. Here's a look at some of the top ones. continue
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June 27, 2009
Pet peeves for those with diabetes
By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Pet peeves of people with diabetes, and how to deal with them. continue
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