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For people with diabetes, the focus everyday must be on managing the disease –monitoring blood sugar, taking medications, cooking and eating healthy, and exercise – in addition to work, family, school, activities, and sleep. How do you get it all done, in the right sequence and on time for the rest of your life and still have a life???

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“5 TIPS FOR MANAGING PAPER”

Put work files in a separate cabinet or drawer from family files.
Create a filing system that works for you, e.g. alphabetical by month, subject, category or person. Use color-coded files for quick retrieval.
Take 10 minutes at the end of each day to file papers away.
Once a year go through all files, purge items no longer needed, and pull together items for tax preparation.
Pack and store files that are not used regularly. Mark each container and make a list of what is in each box.

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ORGANIZE YOUR DIABETES MANAGEMENT

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Supplies and Tools – Designate one spot in your home for storing your medication and supplies, a place that’s temperate and dry. Discard expired items.
Contact List – Create a contact list of medical professionals, pharmacies and family and friends to call in case of emergency.
Travel Kit – “Travel” means any time you leave home, not just when you go out of town. It should include medication, monitoring kit, food, water and your emergency contact list.

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Organizing Your Life & Your Diabetes Care

As a member of the BD Diabetes Dream Team of professionals in the Makeover Program, I provided recommendations on how to keep track of your blood glucose levels, medication and paperwork. Many people don’t have a routine until they see medical problems arise and by then it can be too late.

Write it down – Keep a detailed calendar of all medical appointments and a log of all blood glucose readings. Technology now makes it easy!

Keep records – Medical reports and receipts as well as insurance claims need to be kept in organized files. There is always an issue or question that can often be resolved with your paperwork.

Develop a routine – Create a detailed schedule for each day of the week that includes when to check your blood glucose, take your meds, eat, and exercise, along with your regular activities. When the calendar is too full, decide what to cut out so that you have the time you need for self-care.

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