Bezzy Type 2 Diabetes vs ADA Connect the Dots

As humans, we’re hardwired for connection. Belonging to a community makes us feel safe and helps us thrive. But so often, living with type 2 diabetes (T2D) can make you feel physically and emotionally isolated. Not only can it be hard to do things you loved before your diagnosis, but it can also feel like no one understands what it’s like. Until now. Our mission is to cultivate a space powered by the T2D community and empowered by each other. From one-to-one chats to conversation forums, we make connecting easy. This is a safe place to find and receive advice, to seek and offer support, and to discover the authentic stories of members, just like you. Bezzy T2D is a free online platform bringing new meaning to the word “community.” Our aim is to create an experience where: - everyone feels seen, valued, and understood - everyone’s story matters - shared vulnerability is the name of the game Bezzy T2D is a place where you are more than your T2D. It’s a place where, finally, you belong. HOW IT WORKS Social-first Content Like all of your favorite social networks, we’ve designed an activity feed to connect you with other members living with type 2 diabetes. We pride ourselves on making Bezzy T2D a safe and secure space where you can join live discussions, connect one-to-one, and read the latest articles and personal stories. Live Chats Need to vent? Get advice? Share what’s on your mind? Hop into a daily live chat to join the conversation. They’re often led by our amazing Community Guide, but you can also expect to chat with other advocates and experts, too. Forums From treatments to symptoms to daily living, T2D changes everything. Whatever you're feeling on any given day, there's a forum where you can connect and share directly with others. 1:1 Messaging Let us connect you with a new member from our community every day. We’ll recommend members to you based on your treatment plan, lifestyle interests, and needs. Browse member profiles and request to connect with anyone from our community with members listed as “Online Now.” Discover Articles and Stories We believe that shared experiences empower the kind of belonging that can help people not only survive—but thrive—with T2D. Our stories offer perspectives and tips from people who know what it’s like. Get handpicked wellness and member stories delivered to you each week. Connect Safely Anytime, Anywhere We take thoughtful steps to build safety, security, and privacy into our platform and foster an environment where members feel safe sharing their personal experiences. Check and send messages, see who’s online, and get notified when a new message comes in—so you’ll never miss a thing. Bezzy is not a substitute for the advice of a medical professional familiar with your specific needs. It's important to always speak with your doctor before making any medical decisions. ABOUT HEALTHLINE Healthline Media is the top ranked health publisher and number 44 on Comscore’s Top 100 Property rankings. Across all of its properties, Healthline Media each month publishes up to 1,000 scientifically accurate yet reader-friendly articles authored by more than 120 writers and reviewed by more than 100 doctors, clinicians, nutritionists, and other experts. The company’s repository contains more than 70,000 articles, each updated with current protocol. More than 200 million people worldwide and 86 million people in the U.S. visit Healthline’s sites each month, according to Google Analytics and Comscore, respectively. Healthline Media is an RVO Health Company

Choose Your Own Journey and Align Your Goals The American Diabetes Association® is excited to bring you Connect the Dots—a FREE program that helps you understand the impact of life’s ups and downs on your glucose (blood glucose or interstitial glucose) levels, putting you in control of your diabetes management with customized coaching to help you thrive. A Program as Unique as You Your body and journey living with diabetes is unique, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach. You choose when and how to get information; whether that be through our coaches, website or phone app powered by Good Measures—making it convenient to manage your diabetes. Additional Program Details: HOW IT WORKS: 1) Meet your Coach – A diabetes educator will use a customized approach to empower you to take control of your diabetes. 2) Monitor your Blood Sugar – Use your continuous glucose monitor (CGM) or blood glucose monitor (BGM) to know your numbers. 3) Connect the Dots – Put the pieces together for breakthrough moments throughout your diabetes journey. HOW THIS PROGRAM CAN HELP Connect the Dots can help you: - Use technology to know your numbers. - Understand how to reduce your risk of long-term complications. - Learn how to create your plate to support healthy eating. - Understand where a small food swap can support healthful eating patterns. - Understand the role of medication and how to approach your health care provider. - Create an action plan to increase and maintain physical activity. Connect the Dots integrates with the Health app to support automatic import of steps and calories burned from workouts to the Connect the Dots exercise log and body weight measurements to the Connect the Dots weight tracking.