In this episode of Knowledgecast, Jack welcomes Ansley Dalbo, CEO and co-founder of Diabetes - What to Know and My Weight - What to Know. These online platforms provide educational resources for people living with type 2 diabetes and obesity. Ansley shares her passion for using social media and digital tools to help individuals better understand their conditions and improve their quality of life. With over 20 years of experience in healthcare, including 12 years managing Walmart’s private-label diabetes brand, Ansley has seen firsthand the importance of education in managing chronic health conditions.
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Ansley describes her journey from consulting and working with Walmart to launching her own company, driven by the desire to provide accessible, engaging content that empowers people to manage diabetes. She explains how data-driven insights guide their continuous improvement process for video and digital content, ensuring it remains useful and engaging for audiences.
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She also highlights the innovative partnerships with pharmaceutical companies to provide unbranded educational content, focusing solely on helping patients without promoting specific products. Ansley discusses the growing trends in diabetes treatment, such as GLP-1 medications and continuous glucose monitoring, and shares her excitement about her future projects, including a heart health initiative and new employer collaborations.
Ansley’s message to listeners is clear: managing chronic conditions like diabetes and obesity doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Small steps, continuous education, and regular check-ins with healthcare providers are key to living a healthy life.
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This episode is an inspiring deep dive into healthcare, patient education, and the powerful role digital resources can play in improving lives.