With fall here, it's a good time to talk about vaccines, especially for people living with diabetes who may be at higher risk for serious complications from respiratory infections. In this episode of Diabetes Day by Day, Drs. Neil Skolnik and John Russell discuss influenza (flu), COVID-19, RSV, and pneumococcal (pneumonia) vaccines, including why vaccination matters, current recommendations, vaccine options, and common misinformation. Tune in to learn more about the latest vaccine guidance and get helpful information to make informed decisions about your health and vaccinations. As always, talk with your healthcare team about which vaccines are right for you.

This episode of Diabetes Day by Day is supported by Moderna.

Presented by:

Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA

John J. Russell, MD, Clinical Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Director, Family Medicine Residency Program; Chair-Department of Family Medicine, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA

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Find additional helpful information including downloadable resources at diabetes.org/Vaccinations.

In this episode of Diabetes Day by Day, we're joined by Crystal Woodward, ADA's Vice President of Legal Advocacy, to talk about supporting students with diabetes at school. Learn more about ADA's Safe at School® program, what effective diabetes management can look like in the school setting, legal protections for K-12 students, and what parents and schools should know about written care plans. Listen to learn more!

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Additional resources:

Visit diabetes.org/SafeAtSchool for resources and information to support students with diabetes at school.

If you have more questions about your child's rights or need help with ongoing problems related to diabetes care at school, call us at 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383) or send an email to AskADA@diabetes.org. Our Center for Information will ask you a few questions about your issue and send your request to the Legal Advocate Program for review and the provision of information and guidance.

In this episode of Diabetes Day by Day, our hosts explore different medications used to treat type 2 diabetes and how they may fit into your treatment plan. They break down how some medications not only support managing blood glucose (blood sugar), but also help with related health conditions. Our hosts also cover how important it is to work with your doctor and the rest of your healthcare team to find the medication or combination of medications that works best for you.

Presented by:

Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA

Lucia M. Novak, MSN, ANP-BC, BC-ADM, President and Founder of Diabesity LLC; Co-Executive Director, Diabetologist, and Obesity Management Specialist at Capital Health & Metabolic Center (part of Capital Diabetes & Endocrine Associates), Greater DC Area

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Medications mentioned in the episode:

GLP-1-Based Medications

Medications that help lower blood glucose (blood sugar) and may also support weight management and cardiovascular health.

• Dulaglutide (Trulicity)
• Semaglutide (Ozempic)
• Tirzepatide (Mounjaro)

SGLT-2 Inhibitors (Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2 Inhibitors)

Medications that help lower blood glucose and may also provide cardiovascular and kidney benefits.

• Empagliflozin (Jardiance)
• Dapagliflozin (Farxiga)

DPP-4 Inhibitors (Gliptins)

Medications that help lower blood glucose by helping the body release insulin and reduce glucagon when blood glucose levels are elevated.

• Sitagliptin (Januvia)
• Linagliptin (Trajenta)

Additional medications mentioned:

• Metformin
• Sulfonylureas
• Insulin

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