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How is diabetes different for youth than it is for adults? Learn about some of their unique challenges and how health care professionals can help them manage their care.
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Shared decision-making: What’s the biggest challenge you face? Hear from our experts on techniques they use to encourage shared decision making.
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Every patient has a story. Asking them to share may improve care. Listen to Monica Peek, MD, MPH, discuss how race, culture and life experiences can create barriers to communication.
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