"Above the Bias" - How Diabetes Stigma Hurts Health & What We Can Do

This week on Diabetes Connections, an episode we want you to share with family and friends who don't have any kind of diabetes.  We all know that bias and stereotypes about diabetes can be bad for your health. Diabetes stigma is an ongoing issue.. and a new survey and campaign looks to spotlight just how it impacts health. I'm talking about Abbott's recent Above the Bias campaign… with a diabetes clinical psychologist.. what needs to change how can we make things better Here's the video from the campaign More about Above the Bias here This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider. Join us at an upcoming Moms' Night Out event! Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible! Learn more about Gvoke Glucagon Gvoke HypoPen® (glucagon injection): Glucagon Injection For Very Low Blood Sugar (gvokeglucagon.com) Omnipod - Simplify Life Learn about Dexcom  Check out VIVI Cap to protect your insulin from extreme temperatures The best way to keep up with Stacey and the show is by signing up for our weekly newsletter: Sign up for our newsletter here Here's where to find us: Facebook (Group) Facebook (Page) Instagram Check out Stacey's books! Learn more about everything at our home page www.diabetes-connections.com  Reach out with questions or comments: info@diabetes-connections.