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Insulin Strategies for Cardiac Fun
It’s relatively straightforward and maybe that’s why it’s so effective…
Scenic Ostomy Bag Change
Not all bag changes away from home are stress free; carrying a collection of supplies that is customized to my medical needs and personal preferences alleviates stress and ensures I have everything needed…
Pace Yourself: Running
I enjoy the times I can really challenge myself, yet also respect the days my mind and body are…
Pace Yourself: Sleep Soundly
Hospital overnights are usually not ideal places to get a deep sleep. However, my first morning waking up with a pacemaker felt like…
Pace Yourself: Surgical Intervention
…I thankfully enjoy working on, however I realize it will never be solved.
Pace Yourself: When?
Walking up a flight of stairs left me breathless; running or mountain biking not only left me gasping for air, but my heart rate …
Pace Yourself: Making the Call
Times of self-doubt crept in. I questioned if my shortness of breathe was caused by a lack of fitness due to all of the health challenges…
World Health Day
Today, we celebrate women and the need to support their long-term health and wellness.
Meeting the Future of Nursing
I recently had the chance to visit with Montana State University nursing students…
Should You Skate Ski with Diabetes or an Ostomy?
This winter I added to my endless list of hobbies and gear acquisitions. Learning to skate ski has been on my winter to do list for several years…
Hitting the Ice with an Ostomy
Before, during, and after the game I drink an electrolyte infused water as I sweat a fair amount while playing
Hitting the Ice with T1D
I often joke that I could suspend insulin on my tandem pump during this time and remain in target.
Medical Community Outreach
Previous visits have included a full ostomy bag change to show nursing students a stoma in-person, as well as demonstrations of the latest technologies I wear to manage my diabetes.
Affordable Care Act: Rolling Back Coverage, Part III
Our healthcare system was also rated last overall in equity, access to care, and outcome measures…
Affordable Care Act: Looming Decisions, Part II
Maybe it’s because I’m sick, or maybe I’m too idealistic. However to me, access to affordable and reasonable care for every American seems…
Affordable Care Act: A Personal Journey, Part I
We remain a non-political organization. However, I cannot ignore both positive and negative impacts the ACA has had on our community.
National Jewish Health: Denver
A trip to Denver without driving to the mountains felt a bit odd, however the care at National Jewish Health was well worth the sacrifice...