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The New Mexico Diabetes Advisory Council represents individuals and groups across New Mexico trying

11/02/2026

💙 November is Diabetes Awareness Month! 💙

Whether it's learning your risk, getting screened, managing your blood sugar, or supporting a loved one with diabetes, every step matters.

Join NMDAC this month as we share resources, education, and ways to support healthier lives for all New Mexicans.

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11/01/2026

⏰🍂 Reminder: Daylight Saving Time Ends today: Sunday, November 1 at 2am! 🍂⏰

For people living with diabetes, the time change can affect more than your clocks. Changes to sleep, meal, exercise, and medication schedules may impact blood sugar management.

🩸 A few helpful reminders from the Teladoc Health Library:

✅ Update the clocks on your insulin pump, CGM, and other diabetes devices.
✅ Check that device times are correct to help ensure medications, alerts, and insulin doses occur at the right times.
✅ Monitor your blood sugar a little more closely during the first week after the time change.
✅ Try to maintain consistent meal, activity, and sleep schedules.

A little preparation can help make the transition smoother and support healthy blood sugar management.

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10/31/2026

🎃👻 Halloween and diabetes can go hand in hand! 👻🎃

Costumes, trick-or-treating, and a bag full of candy are all part of the fun. With a little planning, children with diabetes can enjoy Halloween while keeping blood sugar management on track.

Some families find it helpful to sort candy after trick-or-treating, choose favorite treats, and enjoy them in moderation as part of their diabetes care plan.

Check the caption for a helpful resource from Children with Diabetes with more Halloween and diabetes tips!

🍬 Have a safe, fun, and spooky Halloween! 🎃🧡

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10/30/2026

🎃🍬 Halloween can be a treat for everyone, including children with diabetes! 🍬🎃

With a little planning, kids with diabetes can enjoy trick-or-treating and Halloween fun while keeping blood sugar levels in a healthy range. Focus on balance, monitor blood glucose as needed, and work treats into the child's meal plan.

Check out the helpful resource from the American Diabetes Association for tips on making Halloween safe and enjoyable in the photo caption.

Wishing everyone a fun, safe, and happy Halloween! 🎃👻

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10/30/2026

🎃🍬 Happy Halloween! 🍬🎃

It's time for tricks, treats, and handy carb count sheets! For individuals and families managing diabetes, knowing the carbohydrate content of favorite Halloween candies can help make the holiday both fun and manageable.

Take a look at this helpful candy carb count guide from Children with Diabetes and enjoy a safe, happy Halloween! 👻🧡

Remember, Halloween is about more than candy. It's also about costumes, family, friends, and making memories.

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10/29/2026

🐱💙 Happy National Cat Day! 💙🐱

Did you know that companion pets, including cats, may help support people living with diabetes?

🐾 Cats can help create routine by encouraging consistent feeding, play, and activity schedules that can fit alongside healthy habits like meals, medication, and exercise.

🐾 Cats provide companionship and can help reduce feelings of loneliness by offering comfort, affection, and a comforting presence at home.

🐾 Cats may help reduce stress through purring, cuddles, playtime, and simply being there when you need a break. Lower stress can support overall well-being and diabetes self-management.

Whether they're curled up beside you, reminding you it's time for dinner, or entertaining you with their antics, our feline friends can be wonderful partners in a healthy lifestyle. 🐈✨

📸 Pictured here are Muffin and Biscuit, two rescue cats who keep their owners smiling and on their toes every day.

Thank you to Diabetes Education Services for sharing information on the positive role companion pets can play in supporting diabetes self-management.

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10/28/2026

🎃🥕 Halloween Snacks That Aren't Candy! 🍎👻

Looking for a healthier option for your Halloween celebration? While candy is a familiar part of the season, non-candy snacks can be a fun and tasty addition to the festivities.

Children with Diabetes suggests having a variety of snack options can help everyone enjoy the fun while supporting healthy choices.

Check the caption for a link to some fun and healthy ideas!

What is your favorite non-candy Halloween snack? Share in the comments! 🎃🍂

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10/27/2026

🎃👻 Have a Healthy Halloween! 👻🎃

Halloween can be full of fun, treats, and memories without overdoing the sugar. A few simple tips can help families enjoy the festivities while making healthy choices:

🍽️ Eat a healthy meal before trick-or-treating.
🎃 Use a smaller candy bucket or bag.
🚶 Walk and stay active while enjoying Halloween activities.
🍎 Mix in healthy snacks and festive fruits and vegetables.
🍬 Enjoy candy in moderation and have a plan for leftovers.
✨ Remember, Halloween is about more than candy. Costumes, family, friends, and fun are part of the celebration, too!

Thank you to the American Heart Association for sharing ideas to help make Halloween fun, spooky, and a little healthier.

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10/27/2026

🎃🧡 Happy National Pumpkin Day! 🧡🎃

Pumpkin season is here, and it can be part of a healthy eating plan! This National Pumpkin Day, try a diabetes-friendly treat from the American Diabetes Association: Pumpkin Apple Bars. 🍎🎃

These tasty bars are easy to portion into individual snack-size servings, making them a great grab-and-go option after a workout or whenever you're craving something sweet.

✅ Tip: Use canned pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling, which contains added sugar.

Find the full recipe in the comments/caption and enjoy a delicious fall favorite! 🍂

Thank you to the American Diabetes Association for sharing this seasonal recipe inspiration.

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10/26/2026

🎃🍬 Halloween Candy Doesn't Have to Be Scary! 🍬🎃

Halloween is a time for fun, costumes, and memories with family and friends. While it's okay to enjoy a few sweet treats, the American Heart Association reminds us that it's our everyday eating habits, not one special occasion, that have the biggest impact on our health.

A few tips for a healthier Halloween:
👻 Enjoy candy in moderation.
🍎 Balance treats with healthy meals and snacks.
🎃 Focus on the fun of costumes, decorations, and time together.
🚶 Stay active and enjoy the festivities.

Thank you to the American Heart Association for sharing helpful information about added sugars and healthy choices during the Halloween season.

Have a safe, fun, and happy Halloween! 🧡

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3167 San Mateo Boulevard NE
Albuquerque, NM
87110

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+15056001218

Website

http://www.nmdac.org/

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