Best Diabetes Action Canada Podcasts (2024)

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What is EPI? The link to diabetes (and whether you're at risk) 40:00

10h ago40:00

40:00

DIY Pioneer Dana Lewis was diagnosed with something called EPI – exocrine pancreatic insufficiency a couple of years ago. She’d never heard of it and was shocked to find out diabetes is considered a common co-condition. In fact, 20-30 percent of people with diabetes can end up with EPI. EPI can cause a lot of discomfort and stomach issues – and hea…

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In the News... Generic GLP-1, All-in-one sensor and infusion set, 365-day CGM and more! 9:02

5d ago9:02

9:02

It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: The Eversense CGM could soon be approved for one year of continuous use, the first generic GLP-1 medication is launched, a new company tauts and all-in-one sensor and pump infusion set, a new diabetes accessory in the Roblox game, and more! Find…

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What to do when you can't fill your Ozempic or Mounjaro prescription - Advice from an endocrinologist 27:06

14d ago27:06

27:06

Medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro have fundamentally changed the way diabetes is treated. But even if your doctor writes the prescription and your insurance company covers it, getting your hands on the medication is getting harder and harder. We’re talking about what to do if you’re having trouble here – tips if you have to start and stop – and…

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In the news.. Insulin pen shortage, Omnipod 5 update, once-weekly insulin approved in Canada, and more! 7:59

20d ago7:59

7:59

It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: South Africa runs out of insulin pens - and why this could happen anywhere, once-weekly insulin is approved in Canada, update on Omnipod 5 with Dexcom G7 rollout, more older people are getting type 1 but more people are living longer with it, CG…

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What is a diabetologist (and should you see one?) 33:01

30d ago33:01

33:01

Have you heard of a diabetologist? This is a newer specialty in the U-S that may help offset the lack of endocrinologists. Most people with type 2 see a general practitioner and the diabetology certification helps those doctors learn about the latest in diabetes care. We’ll talk about how to find one of these rare experts, why there could be more o…

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In the News... Dexcom to Apple Watch, Metformin during pregnancy, Mounjaro shortage update... and more! 10:31

1M ago10:31

10:31

It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: Dexcom goes Direct to Watch in the US, Abbott gets FDA okay for its OTC CGM, new study about metformin during pregnancy, an update on semaglutides, JDRF changes its name, and more! We have a monthly newsletter! Sign up today (no spam we promise)…

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Transforming Diabetes Care: GlucosePATH Makes Personalized Medication Recommendations 35:29

1M ago35:29

35:29

GlucosePATH uses computer science and clinical data to evaluate every possible treatment option, using data from the patient, FDA, and peer-reviewed journals, in just a few seconds. It was created by computer scientist Len Testa and endocrinologist Dr. Bradly Eilerman. Len Testa is also co host of the fabulous Disney Dish podcast and the creator of…

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Inside the class-action lawsuit against insulin pricing, with Attorney Steve Berman 24:55

2M ago24:55

24:55

This week, talking with one of the lawyers bringing a class-action lawsuit against the insulin companies.. a lawsuit that has been inching forward since 2017. It was set to be settled for 500-million dollars and a four year price cap, but then judge said no. Attorney Steve Berman will talk about that last minute surprise, why he's still going forwa…

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In the News.. T1D increasing in older adults, new iCGM designation, low BG prevention tested, and more! 7:48

2M ago7:48

7:48

It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: more older adults are being diagnosed with type 1 and people with T1D are living longer, Eversense gets iCGM designation, new drug to prevent low BG is being tested, Tandem diabetes app recall, and more! Find out more about Moms' Night Out Pleas…

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Diabetes in the hospital - what patients need to know 33:27

2M ago33:27

33:27

We're taking a close up look at hospital care when you have type 2 – from the people who grade the hospitals. 30% of patients admitted for acute care have diabetes. But many hospitals aren’t prepared or have staff trained to take care of this. My guests – from the watchdog group Leapfrog and from the ADA, will talk about what’s been doing right and…

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In the News... Ingredients linked to T2D, genetic T1D research, new SGLT-2 guidelines and more! 5:51

3M ago5:51

5:51

It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: A new study links emulsifiers, a common ingrediant, to type 2 diabetes, reserachers map out the pancreas in a new way that's already yielding new information, new guidliens about using GLP-1s and SGLT-2 medications with exisiting oral meds, gene…

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Dr. Nina Cash on becoming a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model at 57, with type 2 diabetes 32:07

3M ago32:07

32:07

We’re talking to a sports illustrated swimsuit model – who lives with type 2! Nina Cash is also in her late 50s – so being a swimsuit model wasn’t something she really thought was in the cards – she spent her career in education and retired as a University Dean. She’ll tell us the story of how the SI gig happened and why she’s park of the rookie cl…

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In the News... Dexcom-to-watch update, Wegovy studies, night time hypo research and more! 9:11

3M ago9:11

9:11

It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: Dexcom launches direct-to-watch with the G7 in the UK and Ireland, more studies looking at heart benefits with Wegovy and diabetes, a new T1D study investigating an injectable to prevent overnight hypoglycemia, lobbying for Levimir, a ChatGPT di…

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Diabetes Education is boring! This group wants YOUR input to make it better. 28:14

3M ago28:14

28:14

Diabetes education is boring. Right? Yeah educators think so too. So what can we do to make it better? We’re talking about a new effort to talk to people with diabetes and find out what works for you. I’m talking to Dr Bill Polonksy from the Behavioral Diabetes Institute This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of que…

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In the News... diabetes drug pricing, vial shortage, pump using Tidepool Loop cleared, insulin cows and more! 10:35

3M ago10:35

10:35

It's In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: a new study shows that drugs like Ozempic can be produced for just a few dollars, we upate the insulin vial shortage Lilly announced, a new pump has been FDA cleared, a genetically modified cow can product human insulin, and more! Transcript and…

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Does every person with type 2 diabetes need a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)? 32:02

4M ago32:02

32:02

This endocrinologist tries to have every single one of his patients use a CGM – that’s people with type 1 and type 2. Dr. Thomas Grace is going to explain the specific benefits he thinks people who don’t use insulin can get from a CGM, and shares a few studes just released at big diabetes conference, including those around using GLP-1s.. medication…

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In the News... ATTD updates, new CGMs, drops for diabetes eye disease, scholarships and more! 8:45

4M ago8:45

8:45

It's In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: The annual ATTD conference wraps up with news about CGMs, including new FDA approvals and a look at CGMs outside of the US, new eyedrops are being studied to treat diabetic eye disease and Beyond Type 1 opens applications for their annual Beyond…

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Navigating the Art of Medicine in the Age of AI with Dr. Allen Sussman 28:01

4M ago28:01

28:01

It's pretty clear that the future of medicine will include artificial intelligence. It’s already part of doctor’s appointments, health data, and more. But balancing that machine learning high tech with a doctor’s personal touch is going to be tricky. This week, we’re talking about the art of medicine with endocrinologist and author Dr. Allen Sussma…

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Navigating Diabetes and Your Eye Health 36:11

4M ago36:11

36:11

What you need to know about diabetes and your eyes. I know, this one can make people nervous, but the most important thing to know is that treatments have changed A LOT and they are much more effective than you might think. We’ll also define the most common type of diabetic eye complication, retinopathy. Our conversation this week is a little diffe…

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In the News... MicroGlucagon to speed up insulin, SGLT2 & false positive tests, FDA warns about non-invasive glucose monitors and more! 7:58

4M ago7:58

7:58

It’s In the News, a look at the top stories and headlines from the diabetes community happening now. Top stories this week: what is MicroGlucagon and how could it speed up existing rapid-acting insulin? SGLT2 medications may cause false positive alcohol tests, red light therapy for type 2 diabetes, research shows teens with type 2 might have a diff…

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From Restrictive Diets to Realistic Solutions with Dr. Mike Roussell 28:28

5M ago28:28

28:28

What you eat is an important part of managing diabetes. By now, we all know being super restrictive doesn’t work, so let’s talk about some easier ways to work in more healthy foods without turning your life upside down. My guest this week is Dr. Mike Roussell, an author and nutrition consultant who holds a degree in biochemistry and a PHD in nutrit…

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Patient Partnership in Clinical Trials 29:24

5M ago29:24

29:24

Clinical trials are the way we test new drugs or therapies on people, and they’re incredibly important to moving diabetes research forward. However, they can be challenging and complicated to develop and fund. That’s where the new Diabetes Clinical Trials Network in Canada comes in. This episode's guests are Dr. Hertzel Gerstein, who is leading thi…

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In the News.. Tandem Mobi released, surprising outcomes for type 2 surgery, exercise and diabetes studies, T1D at the Super Bowl, and more! 8:41

5M ago8:41

8:41

It’s In the News, a look at the top stories and headlines from the diabetes community happening now. Top stories this week: Tandem announces it's taking orders and starting to ship the Mobi pump, Insulet gets European approval for the Abbott Libre integration with Omnipod 5, new study looks at type 2 remission and gastric bypass surgery, one type o…

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A new CGM made for people with type 2 - Learn about Dexcom's Stelo 26:45

5M ago26:45

26:45

Dexcom is planning a new CGM system called Stelo, aimed at people with type 2 diabetes who don't use insulin. This week, we're talking to the Chief Operating Officer Jake Leach all about this. Dexcom is the leading CGM used with insulin pumps, so this is an interesting new direction for them. What’s the difference between this device and those made…

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Need a CGM? Ask your pharmacist. A new pilot program aims to improve access 34:22

5M ago34:22

34:22

Getting a CGM is, more and more, becoming a routine part of a diabetes diagnosis. But figuring out if your insurance will pay can be anything but routine. A new pilot program is recruiting pharmacists to be a big part of this process, helping educate patients about their options, even writing prescriptions. Plus, with all the talk about CGM, you ma…

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In the News.. weight loss & cancer study for T2D, new pump submitted, Summer Olympic hopeful with T1D and more! 6:08

5M ago6:08

6:08

It’s In the News, a look at the top stories and headlines from the diabetes community happening now. Top stories this week: a look at how weight loss might lower cancer risk in people with type 2, a new study that says BG spikes are good(?!), Modular Medical submits a new insulin pump the FDA, another look at COVID-19's effects on people with diabe…

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Adjusting to a Type 2 Diabetes Diagnosis - PR Pro Matt Friedman 28:19

5M ago28:19

28:19

My guest is Matt Friedman, an expert in public relations who lives with type 2 – we get his take on what’s going on in PR these days – with social media, crisis control, and even CHatGPT and AI – and of course we’ll talk about diabetes, and the bone Matt has to pick with restaurants. I love talking abou technology and the majority of these episodes…

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Insulin Use with Type 2 Diabetes: Navigating Solutions, Avoiding Stigma 39:02

6M ago39:02

39:02

Let’s talk about using insulin. For some, that can feel like a huge failure or that they have the bad type of diabetes. But sometimes, diet and exercise isn’t enough to manage type 2 diabetes. My guest this week is Dr. Arthi Thangudu and she’s going to talk about how she approaches these conversations with her patients and some of the newer options…

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In the News... Spray insulin tested, Dexcom T2D sensor submitted, A1C period pads... and more! 7:34

6M ago7:34

7:34

It’s In the News, a look at the top stories and headlines from the diabetes community happening now. Top stories this week: Vertex pauses their stem cell transplantation trials after a patient death, spray insulin is tested, learning more about Dexcom's sensor for type 2, measuring A1C through menstrual blood and more! Find out more about Moms' Nig…

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Get Kitchen Confident! The Happy Diabetic's Recipe for Living Well with Type 2 Diabetes 31:06

6M ago31:06

31:06

When you get a diabetes diagnosis, eating well is usually at the top of the “to-do” list. But then you get home and look around the kitchen and – let’s face it – most of us aren’t sure where to start. What’s easy to cook that will taste good? What will my family actually eat? This week I’m talking to Chef Robert Lewis, who calls himself the happy d…

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Supporting the Mental Health Needs of People with Type 1 Diabetes 32:28

6M ago32:28

32:28

Diabetes is a 24-hour condition with no vacations or days off. Those who live with it understand that diabetes distress – the term for mental health challenges specific to diabetes – is very real and can be very challenging to manage. It can also have a big impact on other aspects of diabetes care – like this A1Cs doctors are always checking. This …

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Diabetes + Weight Loss: Inside the new partnership between WeightWatchers and Abbott 39:12

6M ago39:12

39:12

This time of year diets are the center of a lot of conversations. So when I heard WeightWatchers was specifically offering something for people with diabetes, I wanted to learn more. WeightWatchers is teaming up with Abbott to use the Freestyle Libe CGM as part of their newest program. What does really mean for people with type 2? What are they off…

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“Diabetes distress is something real” - Managing the mental side of type 2 with Dr. Bill Polonsky 30:29

6M ago30:29

30:29

Today on Diabetes Connections Type 2: Let’s talk about diabetes distress and how to manage it. Not sure what that even means? My guest is Dr. Bill Polonksy – a diabetes psychologist – who has an incredible message around mental health and diabetes. He’ll explain how addressing the real-life emotional aspects of diabetes is critical for long-term he…

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In the News... Does food-as-medicine work for T2D? fake Ozempic warning, new Tzield research, My Cause My Cleats and more! 7:29

7M ago7:29

7:29

It’s In the News, a look at the top stories and headlines from the diabetes community happening now. Top stories this week: a new study looks at food-as-medicine for type 2, another FDA warning about fake Ozempic, new research says gut markers may help predict who Tzield will work best for, JDRF partners with NFL and more... Happy New Year - we'll …

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In the News.. Arthritis drug studied for T1D, calls to poison control over Ozempic, Tandem Source released, and more! 10:10

7M ago10:10

10:10

It’s In the News, a look at the top stories and headlines from the diabetes community happening now. Top stories this week: an existing drug for arthritis is being studied for treatment of T1D, poison control centers report a big increase in calls about misdosing of Ozmepic and semaglutides, Tandem releases it's Tandem Source software, we've got an…

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In the News... Infusion set recall, diabetes & sleep studies, cinnamon clinical trial and more! 8:35

7M ago8:35

8:35

It’s In the News, a look at the top stories and headlines from the diabetes community happening now. Top stories this week: infusion set recall, update on ViaCyte stem cell research, a few new studies look at sleep and diabetes, actual clinical research into cinnamon for type 1 and lots more. Links & transcript below Find out more about Moms' Night…

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What is "Glucose Excursion Minimization?" This researcher says it could it change how we think about diabetes. 38:34

8M ago38:34

38:34

GEM is being called a radical new way to treat diabetes and The National Institutes of Health is giving millions to study it. We’re going to talk about Glucose Everyday Matters (also called Glucose Excursion Minimization) with Dr. Daniel Cox, the UVA researcher who lives with type 2 and developed it. Let’s also talk about insulin resistance. You’ve…

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Ramona turned to gastric bypass surgery to treat her type 2 diabetes 33:50

8M ago33:50

33:50

This week's guest had such a strong family history of diabetes that she decided gastric bypass surgery was the right option for her. That was more than ten years ago – how is Ramona Holloway – and her diabetes - doing now? Plus, you’ve probably heard of a CGM. How does it work? Is there more than one kind? This podcast is not intended as medical ad…

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In the News... Levemir to be discontinued, Tandem/G7 integration launches, Beta Bionics coverage, and more! 8:10

8M ago8:10

8:10

It’s In the News, a look at the top stories and headlines from the diabetes community happening now. Top stories this week: Novo Nordisk will discontinue Levemir by the end of 2024, Tandem begins limited launch of software updates that will include Dexcom's G7, Beta Bionics iLet pump will be covered until some pharmacy plans, and lots more! Links a…

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Know Your Rights! Navigating the Legal Landscape of Diabetes with Lawyer John Griffin 32:00

8M ago32:00

32:00

Do you know your rights with diabetes? Our guest this week is John Griffin, a trial lawyer with more than 30 years of advocating in and out of the courtroom. He lives with type 2 himself – this is an eye opening and useful conversation. Griffin served as National Chair of the Board of the American Diabetes Association in 2011, and is the former Cha…

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Improving Access to Eye Screening for Newcomers to Canada 31:27

8M ago31:27

31:27

Often newcomers don’t know about access to eye screening, or there are cultural or other barriers that aren’t being addressed. But early detection of diabetic retinopathy can save sight and have a huge impact on the overall health of a person. Today’s guests want to make sure those barriers are overcome. Host Krista Lamb talks to Dr. Joyce Dogba fr…

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Pro Golfer Ken Duke Manages Diabetes on the PGA Champions Tour 28:12

8M ago28:12

28:12

Professional golfer Ken Duke plays on the PGA Champions Tour; you may have seen him win this summer. You may not know he lives with type 2. He shares how he was diagnosed, how he manages on the tour, and I ask for some advice for my golf game. Plus, Metformin is probably the most prescribed diabetes drug. What is it? How does it work? This podcast …

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In the News... Weekly basal for T1D, new CGM approved in Europe, T2D caused by pollution? and more... 7:22

8M ago7:22

7:22

It’s In the News, a look at the top stories and headlines from the diabetes community happening now. Top stories this week: a new study looks at pancreatic exocrine-endocrine “crosstalk,” weekly basal for T1D moves forward, a Chinese company gets European approval for its CGM, a look at air pollution as a cause of T2D, lots of info and advocacy for…

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The Newest Diabetes Drugs: Beyond The Hype of Ozempic & Mounjaro 42:53

8M ago42:53

42:53

Medications like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro are getting a lot of attention. What are they? How do they work to help people with diabetes and should you think about taking one? Plus we’ll break down the difference between type 1 and type 2. I get this question a lot – so let’s explain it. This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have…

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Diabetes Connections Type 2 - Trailer 1:16

9M ago1:16

1:16

No nagging, no lecturing. Just good information about what's new for people with type 2 diabetes. Coming soon!By Stacey Simms

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Reshaping How we Research Type 1 Diabetes 23:37

1y ago23:37

23:37

On this episode of Actions on Diabetes, host Krista Lamb will be chatting with two guests who are looking at ways to improve the coordination of care for people living with type 1 diabetes. The Reshape T1D project tries to understand how people interact with the health care system by involving those living with T1D and their clinicians in designing…

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Health Coaching Program Research Project 29:05

1+ y ago29:05

29:05

Host Krista Lamb talks with Dr. Diana Sherifali from McMaster University’s School of Nursing and Patient Partner Seeta Ramdass who are working together on a project aimed at using virtual health coaching to better support people living with type 2 diabetes.By Diabetes Action Canada

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Islet Biologists Embrace Patient-Oriented Research 29:45

1+ y ago29:45

29:45

Think Patient Partners can't participate in discovery-level research? Think again! Host Krista Lamb talks with Dr. Rob Screaton from the University of Toronto, Patient Partner Zoe Hilton and trainee scientist Cassie Locatelli. These three guests are working on a project incorporating Patient Partners into an islet biology training program.…

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Researching ways to manage hypoglycemia 30:29

3y ago30:29

30:29

On this episode Dr. Anne-Sophie Brazeau and Nathalie Kinnard discuss the BETTER registry and the research they are doing in Quebec to help people with T1D manage or prevent hypoglycemia.

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Reducing the Risk of Diabetic Retinopathy 24:08

3y ago24:08

24:08

While people living with diabetes are at increased risk for diabetic retinopathy, they often face barriers to getting their eyes checked—or simply don’t know they need to go every year. In this episode, Malcolm Sissmore and Dr. Michael Brent from UHN Research discuss their work on Project OPEN, a research program that’s trying to make eye screening…

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