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The #MiniMed780G is designed for real life - offering real-time insulin adjustments and corrections day and night. The #MiniMed780G is the only system that provides Meal Detection technology* with flexible settings down to 100 mg/dL. Help your patients get started today! Learn More: https://lnkd.in/gx6TAAxc #MedtronicDiabetes #RethinkingDiabetesCare #MiniMed780G *Taking a bolus 15 – 20 minutes before a meal helps to keep blood sugar levels under control after eating. Due to inherent study limitations, caution is advised when attempting to extrapolate these results to new patients. There could be significant differences. MiniMed™ 780G system is for type 1 ages 7 and over. Prescription required. WARNING: Do not use SmartGuard™ feature for people who require less than 8 units or more than 250 units of insulin/day. For details, see https://bit.ly/780gRisks

How soon should AID be offered? Hear from Richard Bergenstal, MD, Laya Ekhlaspour, MD, Gregory Forlenza, MD, and Ben Wheeler, MD as they share their research and in-practice experiences with the MiniMed™ 780G system. https://lnkd.in/gMM_aE-8 #MedtronicDiabetes #ADA2024 #RethinkingDiabetesCare #MiniMed780G MiniMed™ 780G system is for type 1 ages 7 and over. Prescription required.   WARNING: Do not use SmartGuard™ feature for people who require less than 8 units or more than 250 units of insulin/day. For details, see https://bit.ly/780gRisks  

There are several ways to get insulin into your body, such as wearing insulin pumps or automated insulin delivery systems (AIDs). This can be very helpful since people come in all shapes and sizes, and one size rarely fits all. Knowing what options are available for the system you use can make all the difference to your satisfaction and success with that system. Continue reading: https://lnkd.in/gZzMxeNp

ℹ️ Exploring Triple P for Erectile Dysfunction ℹ️ Ever wondered about Triple P, the compounded medication for erectile dysfunction? Let's delve into the details: 🔹 Composition: Triple P contains Papaverine, Phentolamine, and Prostaglandin E-1. When combined, these drugs promote increased blood flow to the penis, aiding in achieving and maintaining an erection. 🔹 Usage: Administered via sterile injection, Triple P requires proper instruction from a healthcare professional. Typically, patients undergo up to 12 injections per month, alternating sides of the penis for each injection. 🔹 Effectiveness: Studies show that around 80% of users experience a satisfactory erection within 10 to 20 minutes, lasting up to 90 minutes. Importantly, these erections do not impede orgasm. 🔹 Side Effects: While generally well-tolerated, side effects may include mild to moderate discomfort at the injection site, bruising, or, rarely, priapism. Proper administration and monitoring can mitigate these risks. 🔹 Storage: Due to its composition, Triple P must be stored properly to maintain potency. Refrigeration is recommended to preserve its effectiveness for several weeks. Considering Triple P for erectile dysfunction? Understanding its components, usage, and storage is essential for informed decision-making and effective treatment. Always consult with healthcare professionals for personalized guidance. #ErectileDysfunction #HealthcareAwareness

💉 Proper injection practices are key to the safe and effective use of Insulin Pens. Ensure you're applying the best techniques to enhance your treatment experience. Stay informed and safe. 🛡️✨ #DiabetesCare #InsulinPen #Preop #SafePractices #HealthTips #preop

Selecting the right diabetes device for yourself or your patient is a personal decision that requires careful thought. At DiabetesWise and DiabetesWise Pro, we provide you with the opportunity to compare glucose monitoring and insulin delivery devices side-by-side to each other. What devices are you interested in comparing? DiabetesWise Compare Tool: https://lnkd.in/ghfuq_s6 DiabetesWise Pro Compare Tool: https://lnkd.in/ga6_75sP: Our platform is unbiased, and we’re not sponsored by any device company. #diabetes #t1d #diabetestalk #diabetesdevices #diabetestechnology #CGM #insulinpump

Yes, CGM technology is awesome, but we're making big decisions with that data. We're calculating doses of a life-threatening hormone based on that data! We do still need the good ol' glucose meter. I appreciate Pip Diabetes Care's simplicity and the single-use lancets that have truly forced me to use a new lancet every time I prick my finger. (Ya barely feel them, too! Seriously.) Learn more about Pip's product: HelloPip.com #diabetes #bloodsugar

What happens when you accidentally inject 4 units of rapid insulin instead of 1? It’s lemon drizzle time, people! 😜😂 But let’s get serious—today, I actually made that mistake. With so much on my mind and constantly jumping from one task to another (thanks, August with no camps!), I ended up dialing 4 units instead of the 1 I needed. Now imagine if I had a smart assistant on my phone that could recognize this—catching that I was about to inject too much insulin. A simple prompt: “Sharon, are you sure you want to inject 4 units for that correction?” could be a game-changer. Not just for avoiding an unnecessary sugar binge, but for preventing a serious hypo. #livingwithT1D #insulin #healthtech

New Year, New You! Explore how injectable weight loss medication can be a part of your transformation. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/g7fSf9qM #WeightLossGoals #NewYearNewYou #HealthTransformation