November is Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to highlight the growing impact of diabetes and the vital role that pharmacists and pharmacy technicians play in patient care. More than 38 million Americans live with diabetes, and nearly 1 in 5 are unaware they have it. Pharmacy professionals are on the front lines of education, prevention, and management, helping patients live healthier, longer lives.
The Expanding Role of Pharmacists in Diabetes Awareness
Pharmacists are among the most accessible healthcare professionals, and their expertise in medication management, blood glucose control, and patient counseling is critical. From continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) to insulin therapy optimization, pharmacy professionals help bridge the gap between clinical recommendations and daily patient behavior.
Key ways pharmacists support diabetes care:
- Identifying patients at risk for diabetes and prediabetes
- Optimizing pharmacologic therapies and adherence
- Educating patients about blood glucose monitoring and lifestyle adjustments
- Collaborating with other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive diabetes management
Through continuous education, pharmacists can confidently address evolving therapies, new technologies, and emerging treatment guidelines.
Continuing Education for Pharmacy Professionals
At CEimpact, we’re dedicated to empowering pharmacists and technicians through continuing education (CE) designed to strengthen your clinical knowledge and improve patient outcomes. Our diabetes CE courses cover the latest advancements in diabetes pharmacotherapy, guideline updates, and technology integration—ensuring you stay at the forefront of patient care.
Featured CEimpact Diabetes Courses
- Tirzepatide: The Next Diabetes Treatment?
Dive into one of the most exciting developments in diabetes pharmacotherapy. - Pharmacy and Continuous Glucose Monitoring – Pharmacist
Learn how to support patients using CGM technology for better glucose control. - Pharmacy and Continuous Glucose Monitoring – Technician
Focused training for pharmacy technicians assisting patients with CGM use. - Sugar High-lights: Key Updates from the 2025 Diabetes Guidelines – Pharmacists
Stay current with ADA guideline updates and their implications for clinical practice. - The Rise of CGMs
Explore how continuous glucose monitoring is transforming diabetes care.
🎧 GameChangers Clinical Updates Podcast
ADA 2025 Diabetes Guidelines for Non-Glycemic Parameters – A deep dive into the newest ADA guideline updates shaping patient management.
Take Action This Diabetes Awareness Month
This November, take the opportunity to refresh your diabetes knowledge, expand your professional impact, and recommit to patient education. Whether through continuing education, counseling, or advocacy, every pharmacist can make a measurable difference in the lives of patients with diabetes.
Together, we can move beyond awareness and take action to improve diabetes prevention and care.
