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It’s the holiday season and @CatherinesPlus is kicking off their annual campaign to support the @AmDiabetesAssn Visit local stores to round up at the register and purchase the "Find a Cure" ADA t-shirt made just for the Association! bit.ly/2ROiJ1b

Despite the ADA's recommendations for standards of care in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities, #elderly people with #diabetes may not be receiving the proper care to manage their diabetes. Check out this blog post from @DiabetesMine bit.ly/2UzDgIS

When you have #diabetes it's especially important that you get your #flushot to avoid serious #flu complications. Our friends at @Premera dispel 5 common myths about the flu vaccine. bit.ly/2EmugSh

This time of year should be more about giving than getting. These three individuals with #diabetes found ways to pay it forward: bit.ly/2SCdFx1

@anthonyanderson of @blackishabc helps raise type 2 #diabetes awareness. bit.ly/2SGiftV

Snacking gets a bad rep, but it really shouldn't, especially when it comes to treating blood sugars and reducing hunger between meals. Check out tips for different kinds of #healthy snacking: bit.ly/2QqgYdO

"People are struggling to afford #insulin and it truly is a life-and-death situation." Dr. LaShawn McIver, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs and Advocacy for the @AmDiabetesAssn cbsn.ws/2UzjNrr

#Stress, #Diabetes, and #Heart #Health is our next Ask the Experts event on December 18. Ask a question online or on the phone during the live Q&A. Register now: diabetes.org/experts

The holiday season is upon us. Do you have a well-intentioned loved one who acts as the "Food Police?" @Diabetes4cast offers some tips to help keep the peace at the dinner table. bit.ly/2EnYioL

Do you work the night shift? A recent study suggests that women who work the night shift and have unhealthy lifestyle habits may be much more likely to develop #diabetes than their peers with only one of these risk factors. reut.rs/2LaEhTg

It's important to be an informed patient in order improve your care. This article highlights the #diabetes know-how to help you take control of your #health bit.ly/2Ecd0yg

There are steps people with type 2 #diabetes can take to reduce their risk of #heartattack #stroke and #cardiovascular death. Make an action plan and receive ongoing support for your personal health journey. KnowDiabetesbyHeart.org

Check out our friends @JDRF at the @SheratonSeattle this holiday season: gingerbreadvillage.org

Don't forget: #OpenEnrollment ends December 15, so act soon to be sure you're covered for 2019! Learn more at healthcare.gov

The @ACCinTouch and @American_Heart have released new #cholesterol guidelines. Here's what you need to know: bit.ly/2Qwp0RO

Nick Jonas shares his diabetes story on his diaversary. bit.ly/2EdcTmK

Are you or a loved one considering bariatric surgery? ADA Board member, Dr. Fran Broyles of @Swedish discusses what you should know before making that decision. Learn more: bit.ly/2zD6UUA

Gail's gratitude for life has also helped her have gratitude for the @AmDiabetesAssn and caring for #diabetes in general: bit.ly/2UcBzAT

#Holiday season is officially in full-swing. Try out the new holiday season #recipes from @Diabetes4cast here: bit.ly/2AWPCBR

Hey Millennials/Gen Z'ers: be sure to get these #health tests in your 20s. bit.ly/2KRU4pQ