Women in Science and Medicine
February 11 is the International Day of Women and Girls in Science and Joslin is proud to recognize all of the women who work in science and medicine at Joslin. At this moment, there are 211 women at...
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February is Black History Month and is a time to reflect on the contributions Black Americans have made to American life. The theme of Black History Month this year is Black Health and Wellness...
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Joslin’s diabetes educators explain what people with diabetes should do to prepare for a major emergency. The types of major emergencies that require advanced preparation for people with diabetes are...
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It’s hard to stay motivated to exercise when the weather is lousy or there is a foot of snow on the ground. “But regular exercise in winter is really the best therapy for people with type 1 or type 2...
Read more on How to Stay Active This WinterDealing with Emotional Eating – During the Holidays and at Any Time
During the holidays many of us look forward to celebrating with family, friends and a stocked fridge of delicious treats, not always the healthy kind. We are all coping with stressful challenges from...
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Maura Pepek, MS, CCLS, is a Child Life Specialist at Joslin. She spends time with our pediatric patients and their families, offering educational play activities that help reduce stress and anxiety...
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Hanukkah is a Jewish celebration lasting for eight days and nights, remembering the re-dedication of the holy temple in Jerusalem. The length of the holiday honors the time oil, used to purify the...
Read more on Enjoy a Happy and Healthy HanukkahFestive Holiday Recipes
Holiday Pumpkin Custard 2 egg whites 1/8 tsp. ground ginger 1 cup canned pumpkin 1/8 tsp. ground allspice ¾ cup evaporated skim milk Dash salt 3 Tb. sugar Whipped dessert topping In a medium mixing...
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Heidi Karner, MS, RDN, LDN, is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Adult Diabetes Educator at Joslin. She provides medical nutrition therapy and diabetes self-management education to patients by...
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Every culture has its big celebratory holidays. For Hindus one of these is Diwali, the “Festival of Lights.” Starting on November 4 and continuing until the 9, the five-day holiday signifies the...
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The flu vaccination is your best protection and will reduce the risk of getting sick with the flu. This year the CDC is recommending everyone should be vaccinated by the end of October. A yearly flu...
Read more on The Flu Shot and DiabetesHealthy Halloween Treat Recipes
Monster Apple Bites Yield: 12 servings 3 granny smith apples, cored and cut into corners. 1 ½ Oz Mini M&M’s 1 ½ cup(s) creamy peanut butter ¼ cup(s) slivered almonds Using a paring knife, cut a wedge...
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Halloween can be a holiday with a lot of anxiety for children with diabetes and their parents. As the pandemic continues, it is important to follow safe and healthy tips to participate in Halloween...
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Autumn’s warm mid-afternoon days and chilly nights are upon us and its apple picking season here in the Northeast. Apples really are one of the perfect fruits for people with diabetes. High in both...
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Fall is here and so are some of the best green vegetables! Getting produce locally and in season often means we are buying vegetables at their peak of freshest and flavor. Dark, leafy green vegetables...
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