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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 etiquette: When you don't have diabetes
May 2, 2013
- Coping with diabetes: Helping your loved one
April 24, 2013
- Types of diabetes
March 16, 2013
- Taking diabetes drugs
Feb. 27, 2013
- Insulin or medication?
Feb. 13, 2013
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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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Oct. 26, 2012
Halloween and diabetes
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Celebrating Halloween when you have diabetes doesn't have to be tricky. Focus on moderation and sweet alternatives. continue
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Oct. 13, 2012
The scale, friend or foe?
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Watch your weight and attain a healthier life in managing or preventing diabetes. continue
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Sept. 21, 2012
Artificial pancreas research
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Research into the artificial pancreas for diabetes treatment is ongoing, with many questions yet to be answered. continue
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Sept. 7, 2012
Be ready to treat hypoglycemia
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Don't forget to always carry carbohydrates with you to treat hypoglycemia. continue
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Aug. 25, 2012
Preventing diabetes
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Preventing diabetes can start with even modest weight loss if you're overweight. How can we help reduce obesity and diabetes in our communities? continue
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Aug. 14, 2012
Getting motivated
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Tips for getting motivated when managing your diabetes gets tough. continue
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Aug. 1, 2012
Diabetes and self-talk
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Don't let negative thinking, or self-talk, get in the way of your diabetes management. continue
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July 21, 2012
Diabetes and summer: Safety tips
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Beat the heat and protect yourself during the hottest days of the year. continue
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July 12, 2012
Diabetes worldwide: A global concern
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Beyond our own backyard — taking a global view of diabetes. continue
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June 28, 2012
Don't let grocery store sidetrack a healthy diabetes diet
By Nancy Klobassa Davidson, R.N., and Peggy Moreland, R.N.
Stick with your mission when shopping for essentials at the grocery store. continue
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