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Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
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Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Nancy Klobassa Davidson and Peggy Moreland
Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., B.S.N, C.D.E
Nancy Klobassa Davidson is a registered nurse who has worked in diabetes education for 17 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, Metabolism, & Nutrition 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 certified diabetes educator (C.D.E.) in the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, Metabolism, & Nutrition 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. A certified diabetes educator (C.D.E.), Peggy enjoys working with patients to set and achieve diabetes self-management goals.
Latest entries
- Diabetes and weight loss: Tips for success
Sept. 26, 2013
- Balancing insulin, medication and exercise
Sept. 13, 2013
- Insulin: Weighing the costs of technology
July 31, 2013
- Diabetes: Why sticking to your goals matters
June 4, 2013
- Still pricking your finger for blood glucose monitoring?
May 24, 2013
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Sept. 26, 2013
Diabetes and weight loss: Tips for success
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Diabetes and weight loss: Aim for success by learning from those who've achieved long-term weight loss. continue
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Sept. 13, 2013
Balancing insulin, medication and exercise
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
How exercise and activity may affect your insulin and medication needs. continue
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Sept. 4, 2013
Diabetes in school: Tips for teachers
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
How teachers of students with diabetes can help. continue
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Aug. 23, 2013
Enjoy fair food without torpedoing your diet
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Having diabetes doesn't mean you have to skip the county fair. With these tips you can enjoy your fair favorites and stay on your diet. continue
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July 31, 2013
Insulin: Weighing the costs of technology
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Newer insulin technology offers advantages, but use what's affordable to you. continue
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July 16, 2013
Tips for managing diabetes at work
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Be prepared, and you'll better manage your diabetes at work. continue
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July 2, 2013
Tips to keep blood sugar steady
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
How to avoid low blood sugar swings. continue
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June 20, 2013
Traveling with diabetes — plan ahead
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Before you leave for your next trip, consider these tips for traveling when you have diabetes. continue
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June 4, 2013
Diabetes: Why sticking to your goals matters
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Don't let diabetes complications sneak up on you — stick to your goals today for a healthier tomorrow. continue
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May 24, 2013
Still pricking your finger for blood glucose monitoring?
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Those who must monitor blood glucose readings are still waiting for a new method that's safe, accurate and non-invasive. continue
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May 8, 2013
Know your blood glucose target range
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Staying in your blood glucose target range is a balancing act. continue
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May 2, 2013
Diabetes etiquette: When you don't have diabetes
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Ten more tips for how to respectfully support your friend or family member who has diabetes — part two in a series. continue
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April 24, 2013
Coping with diabetes: Helping your loved one
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Manage the delicate balance between helping and hovering when your loved one has diabetes. continue
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April 3, 2013
Stress, illness and high blood sugar
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Know the causes and symptoms of high blood sugar. continue
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March 16, 2013
Types of diabetes
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Understand the key differences between some types of diabetes. continue
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Feb. 27, 2013
Taking diabetes drugs
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
What gets in the way of you taking your diabetes drugs? continue
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Feb. 13, 2013
Insulin or medication?
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Explore possible reasons your doctor might suggest trying oral medications before insulin if you have type 2 diabetes. continue
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Feb. 1, 2013
Is sitting the new smoking?
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Research shows that sitting too much can lead to a host of health problems, including diabetes. continue
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Jan. 23, 2013
Diabetes, cold weather
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
If your blood sugar level rises as temperatures drop, some advice to keep your diabetes in check. continue
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Jan. 8, 2013
Diabetes: Tips for developing healthy habits
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Resolve to manage your diabetes by incorporating healthy habits into your daily life. continue
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Dec. 13, 2012
Traveling with insulin pumps
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Tips for navigating airport security when you have diabetes. continue
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Dec. 6, 2012
Diabetes and stress
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Holiday or other daily stresses wearing you out? Try less multitasking, and refocus your awareness on the moment at hand. continue
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Nov. 30, 2012
The embarrassment of nail fungus
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
If you have diabetes and nail fungus, take care to avoid secondary infection and share your tips for coping. continue
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Nov. 14, 2012
Diabetes: Disaster preparedness
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Take steps now to manage your diabetes during the next potential hurricane, flood or earthquake. continue
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Nov. 6, 2012
Flu shots and diabetes
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
If you have diabetes, you're at increased risk of flu-related complications and death. Reduce your risk with a flu shot. continue
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