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  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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• Living with diabetes blog

• Nov. 24, 2009

  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

  6 comments

• 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

  5 comments

• 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

  5 comments

• 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

  5 comments

• 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

  7 comments

• 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

  2 comments

• 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

  8 comments

• 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

  4 comments

• 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

  2 comments

• 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

  1 comment

• 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

  5 comments

• 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

  2 comments

• 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

  2 comments

• 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

  4 comments

• 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

  10 comments

• 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

  2 comments

• July 17, 2009

  More diabetes myths

  By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.

  More about the myths that surround diabetes. continue

  10 comments

• 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

  53 comments

• 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

  24 comments

• June 23, 2009

  Driving with diabetes

  By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.

  Don't get behind the wheel if your blood sugar levels aren't in the right range. continue

  4 comments

• June 16, 2009

  Blood glucose meters, how high can they go?

  By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.

  Elevation can affect blood glucose meter results. continue

  0 comments

• June 6, 2009

  Shocking diabetes diagnosis hits family

  By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.

  Emotions run high after finding out a family member has diabetes. continue

  14 comments

• May 30, 2009

  Beware summer extremes with insulin

  By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.

  Take steps to avoid problems with insulin during hot weather. continue

  7 comments

• May 22, 2009

  Diabetes camps fun summer choice for children

  By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.

  For children with diabetes, camps provide fun option for summer. continue

  2 comments

• May 13, 2009

  Diabetes foot care: How to prevent problems

  By Nancy Klobassa, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.

  Diabetes foot care tips can help prevent serious medical problems. continue

  15 comments

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