Author Archives: janekdickinson

Proud to be a Nurse

Posted on November 21, 2014 by janekdickinson

I am proud to be a nurse and to share this video about what the nursing profession is and what nurses are doing. I appreciate the recognition of nurses as innovators. From large, far-reaching projects to small, grass roots initiatives, … Continue reading →

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Mixed Drink Messages

Posted on November 13, 2014 by janekdickinson

Living well with diabetes is about forming healthy habits for life. That isn’t easy, and we certainly don’t make healthy choices all the time – who does? But with a goal of eating well and engaging in exercise most of … Continue reading →

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Textercise

Posted on November 11, 2014 by janekdickinson

Do you need someone to hold you accountable in order to exercise? Or do you need a little extra kick in the pants to get out there and do it? If so, findings of a recent study may interest you. … Continue reading →

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Rating my food?

Posted on October 30, 2014 by janekdickinson

I’m not usually one for using coupons, let alone food rating systems, when I’m in a grocery store. I really just want to get in and out as fast as I can, especially since without fail I am always there … Continue reading →

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Being truthful to ourselves…and others

Posted on October 28, 2014 by janekdickinson

One of the things we discuss frequently in the graduate program where I teach is creating a trusting environment where people with diabetes feel comfortable sharing openly and honestly with their care providers. At the same time it’s crucial that … Continue reading →

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diabetes smells

Posted on October 16, 2014 by janekdickinson

The other night we were putting up Halloween decorations and we needed small nails. I was looking on shelves in the garage, digging through former peanut butter containers that now contain various hardware-type gadgets, without any luck. At one point my … Continue reading →

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Education, not panic

Posted on October 14, 2014 by janekdickinson

I just received an excellent article on Ebola from one of my alma maters. I love the title: “Public education, not panic, best approach to Ebola crisis.” Isn’t this true for anything? Yesterday I tried to allay my son’s fears when … Continue reading →

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Family Meals

Posted on October 7, 2014 by janekdickinson

There is data showing that eating meals together as a family during adolescence can protect adults from becoming overweight later in life. My ears perk up when I hear about something simple that can be life-changing. My family always ate … Continue reading →

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fitness trackers and diabetes

Posted on October 2, 2014 by janekdickinson

I see a lot of “talk” about fitness trackers, mobile apps, etc. I wrote about the 7-minute Workout once, and while I do like the concept and will use it in certain circumstances, it’s not something I look at very … Continue reading →

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diabetes innovation…again

Posted on September 25, 2014 by janekdickinson

I am once again humbled, amazed, inspired, and impressed with what people with diabetes are doing to help people with diabetes. Not that this doesn’t happen just about every day, but here is the latest. I had the distinct pleasure … Continue reading →

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