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Overnight Glucose Testing: Who Does It and Why?

By AllisonN on October 2, 2012

Do you wake up during the witching hour to test your blood sugar?
If you’re raising your hand, you’re probably the parent of a child with diabetes. But the odds are pretty slim that you’ll find an adult who willingly sets an alarm to test their blood sugar in the middle of the night, breaking peaceful dreams for a dose of reality. Sleep is supposed to be our break, our meager vacation from the struggles…

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Sleep Well: A Diabetes Design Concept Gone Viral

By WilD on April 19, 2011

By D’Mine Correspondent Wil Dubois
The photo is dark, but you can still see the sleeping child. She looks relaxed and peaceful, the hint of a smile on her sweet face. She is snuggling a stuffed animal. Maybe a bear. Maybe an elephant. On her wrist is a pink silicone bracelet with a glowing green screen.
The screen reads 109 mg/dL.
Another photo of the product shows a digital clock-style charging base with a Kindle-sized…

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