Paul Heltzel

Virginia

Writer, Editor and Producer at Freelance

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Articles

4 Tips for Keeping CGM Readings at a Glance

1 month ago | diatribe.org | Paul Heltzel

One of the great things about continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) is the ability to quickly see your blood sugar levels — and where they’re headed. But it’s not always practical to pull out your phone, especially when driving, resting, or in the middle of a meeting or conversation. I'm a longtime CGM user, and I find being able to quickly glance and see my numbers instead of unlocking my phone each time saves time and feels less burdensome.
Diabetes Technology Highlights from ATTD 2025

2 months ago | diatribe.org | Paul Heltzel

Control-IQ+ rolls out for type 1 and type 2 AID usersTandem recently launched its next-generation algorithm, Control-IQ+, for people ages 2 and older with type 1 diabetes and adults with type 2 diabetes. Control-IQ+ works with both the Tandem Mobi and t:slim X2 pumps; existing users can now upgrade their AID systems on Tandem’s website here.
New Diabetic Macular Edema Treatment Reduces Monthly Visits to Twice a Year

2 months ago | diatribe.org | Paul Heltzel

diaTribe is a non-profit organization providing free cutting-edge diabetes management tips from diet and exercise, to ways to avoid diabetes complications.
Diabetes Community Provided Lifeline in Aftermath of LA Fires

Mar 3, 2025 | diatribe.org | Paul Heltzel

During the LA wildfires, some residents evacuated with only the supplies they had on hand. A new short film shows how organizers collected supplies to support them. When wildfires overtook parts of Los Angeles, residents like Abbott Krieger couldn't return home to retrieve vital diabetes supplies. Krieger, a retired neurosurgeon, was turned away by emergency responders as he neared his house in Pacific Palisades and had only the insulin in his pump.
Fully Closed Loop: Automated Insulin Delivery Takes the Next Step

Jan 27, 2025 | diatribe.org | Paul Heltzel

Current makers of automated insulin delivery (AID) systems, university researchers, and some members of the diabetes community are testing and refining next-generation systems that allow you to skip meal announcements and other user input. The approach reduces diabetes management stress, said experts who research the systems and users who have tried them.
Personalführung: Die 8 Problembären im IT-Team

Jan 23, 2025 | cio.de | Paul Heltzel

Problematische Mitarbeiter gibt es in jeder Branche, aber das Management von IT-Problembären bringt eine Reihe von besonderen Herausforderungen mit sich. Mangelndes Engagement in IT-Arbeitsumgebungen zeigt sich bei Mitarbeitern, die Termine nicht einhalten, Kollegen vertrösten oder auf andere Weise Reibungen in ihren Teams verursachen. Ein Gallup-Bericht hat gezeigt, dass unzufriedene MitarbeiterMitarbeiter zu einer Reihe von negativen Folgen für das Unternehmen führen.
2025 ADA Guidelines: CGM for Type 2, GLP-1s Beyond Weight Loss, and Cannabis Risks

Dec 9, 2024 | diatribe.org | Paul Heltzel

Each year the ADA publishes its recommendations for diabetes care based on the latest scientific research and clinical trials. The ADA recently released their 2025 Standards of Care in Diabetes, which offers comprehensive strategies for healthcare providers that go beyond blood sugar management and include screening and prevention. The ADA calls the online guidelines a "living document" and publishes updates as new scientific evidence informs clinical practice. Below are some highlights.
6 Anzeichen: Wann IT-Manager dringend Hilfe brauchen

Dec 8, 2024 | cio.de | Paul Heltzel

Das mittlere IT-Management ist eine wichtige - und selten gelobte - Ebene in der Organisationshierarchie. Dabei fühlen sich IT-Manager zunehmend überlastet, herausgefordert und in vielen Fällen sogar hilflos. Kein Wunder: Unter dem Druck, in flacheren Organisationsstrukturen mit weniger Ressourcen schneller zu werden und mehr zu erreichen, dient die mittleren Ebene als eine Art Puffer für die Organisation.
La start-up Dev Agents veut créer un OS pour les agents IA

Dec 1, 2024 | lemondeinformatique.fr | Paul Heltzel

Après les applications IA, le futur est clairement vers les agents IA. Beaucoup d’éditeurs et de fournisseurs cloud ont pris ce cap comme le montre les récentes annonces de Saleforce autour d’Agentforce ou AWS avec son offre Multi-Agent Orchestrator. Dans cette orientation, la question d’un système d’exploitation pour les agents IA se pose. Une start-up vient de se créer pour répondre à cette problématique.
Tech Watch: Dexcom G7 App Update, New Virtual Endo Service

Oct 28, 2024 | diatribe.org | Paul Heltzel

Dexcom Fixes G7 App for International TravelersDexcom has released an upgrade to its G7 app for iPhones and Androids, which fixes an issue that kept some users from being able to install the app. When traveling outside their home country, users sometimes found they could not install or reinstall the app. Version 2.6 of the app fixes the problem, allowing users to uninstall and install the G7 app when abroad.