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Chas replied to Fabian's discussion 'Here is a fix to run Dexcom Studio with Windows 8' in the group Dexcom Users
"Hi Fabian - got round to trying it, but seems it needs a Virtual USB port for G4 and VMWare with Win7 does not appear to support Virtual USB so I'm still knackered having to use a PC to download and transfer to Mac."
yesterday
Chas replied to LACA310's discussion 'G4 Transmitter - When did yours die?' in the group Dexcom Users
"I'm on 7 months and my Tx is showing up as OK still."
Friday
Chas replied to Laddie's discussion 'Anyone noticing a shorter life on the receiver?' in the group Dexcom Users
"I get around a week from my G4 but never ran it flat yet, so by end of week it shows I'm on about 1/4 charge. Have no experience of any other CGM's."
Friday
Chas replied to Fabian's discussion 'Here is a fix to run Dexcom Studio with Windows 8' in the group Dexcom Users
"Hi Fabian - would this work with Win7 running on a iMac using Fusion. As it cannot allocate a USB post to the Dexcom ? just wondering if your tool might also fix this issue ?"
Monday
Natalie ._c- and Chas are now friends
May 18
Chas replied to walshdon's discussion 'NHS Do they fund the contant glucose monitors'
"Only under exceptional circumstances, like pregnancy, and only for the time needed. Most if not all long term users have to self fund."
May 18
Chas replied to Chadd's discussion 'Insulin Reseviors (Pre-Filling)'
"My Consultant told me not to do this as the plastic bleeds from the reservoir into the insulin. We were told that we should not use a reservoir for more than six days and to change them even if not empty."
May 17
Chas left a comment for Chas
"Thanks all - great card too !!. Last night went out for a birthday curry and managed to have a Kingfisher "Indian Beer" and curry plus starters and stayed under 8 mmol/l all night and woke up at 6.5, this has to be the first time I've…"
May 17
Linda G left a comment for Chas
"Smiles and laughter. Joy and cheer. New happiness that stays throughout the year... Hope your birthday brings all these and more. BEST WISHES…"
May 17
rick phillips left a comment for Chas
"Chas, Happy Birthday !! Here is hoping your day is full of joy and happiness."
May 17
Chas replied to Nell's discussion 'do Mac users download the Dex?' in the group Dexcom Users
"See my other reply on your other post about this. What we know works is. Mac running Win 7 via bootcamp only :-) All others as far as I'm aware need two machines a Mac and a PC to download the readings."
Mar 22
Chas replied to LukesMom's discussion 'Download G4 data on Mac using VMware' in the group Dexcom Users
"I too have a Mac and VMware, with same issue. Its the VMWare SW messing around with the USB ports when your in Windows and the G4 cannot be connected or recognised - although I'm told that the older 7 does work ?. I download on a PC and…"
Mar 22
Chas replied to Hank's discussion 'Dexcom Studio(G4), VM-VirtualBox, Windwows Vista or 7?' in the group Dexcom Users
"Thanks Jay, we discussed Diasend before and its not a universal solution and costly for those who don't have the right pump. As for Mac users - it looks like Bootcamp is the way to go using Win XP or 7 the virgin SW. Also the cheapest too not…"
Jan 31
Chas replied to Hank's discussion 'Dexcom Studio(G4), VM-VirtualBox, Windwows Vista or 7?' in the group Dexcom Users
"Im running with VMWare and Win 7 with same issues. Have heard that people who use Bootcamp have it working but not tried it myself. I have SW running perfectly its only the USB that does not work."
Jan 29
Chas liked Emily Coles's video
Jan 21
Chas replied to NatalieHodge's discussion 'Anyone using the new dexcom studio software yet?' in the group Dexcom Users
"Hi Carolyn. You have two options. a) wait till Dexcom supports Win8 or b) put Win7 onto your new PC."
Jan 21

Profile Information

The PRIMARY person in my life who has diabetes has
Type 1 or type 1.5 (LADA) diabetes
How do you hope to benefit from TuDiabetes?
help with dexcom g4
Date diagnosed
December 15, 1970
Most recent HbA1C %, date of result (optional)
7.8
Type of treatment/devices you use
Pump, CGM
What pump model do you use, if any?
Accu Check Combo

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At 11:53pm on May 17, 2013, Chas said…

Thanks all - great card too !!. Last night went out for a birthday curry and managed to have a Kingfisher "Indian Beer" and curry plus starters and stayed under 8 mmol/l all night and woke up at 6.5, this has to be the first time I've ever managed that. Pump and Dexcom G4 are amazing.

At 4:48pm on May 17, 2013, Linda G said…

Smiles and laughter. Joy and cheer.
New happiness that stays throughout the year...
Hope your birthday brings all these and more.
BEST WISHES CHAS!!
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Hey, why don't you come join us in the TuD chat room?
You'll see us at the bottom of the home page.
We have a great time getting to know each other, sharing info and lots of laughs :)
It's on every day!
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At 4:37am on May 17, 2013, rick phillips said…

Chas, Happy Birthday !! Here is hoping your day is full of joy and happiness.

At 11:49am on December 28, 2012, NatalieHodge said…
Hi Chaz! We are almost the same age, I don't have diabetes, but my 12 year old kennedy is a pod/dex user, we hope to learn about the g4 with you!
At 8:20am on November 15, 2012, Doris D said…

Welcome to our family my friend!!!!! look at the groups and join any u want to. I'm hoping u enjoy it here with us come join uson our live chat at the bottom of our homepage anytime u want to

At 2:33am on November 13, 2012, brokenpole said…
Welcome to the family!! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of what you will learn is that you are not alone. Everyone here is supportive and will provide answers to your questions. Search the site for answers. Read the discussions and blogs for information. There are videos to help you understand diabetes and its treatment. Most of all there is family to talk to and vent to, if needed.
At 10:50pm on November 12, 2012, stevie said…

hi

At 4:21pm on November 12, 2012, SEAGATOR said…

WELCOME to our wonderful family. We are a very caring and supportive group. Questions? Please feel free to ask us. Please read the BLOGS the FORUMS and check out the many GROUPS for much valuable advice and information. WELCOME!!!

At 4:07pm on November 12, 2012, Linda G said…

We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home Barton Blue.....
This is a great place to share, to learn, and to grow...all the while meeting new people world wide, and making friends.
Take a peek at some the groups when you get a chance. Just go to the top of your page, and click on "Groups".
Once in, you can either peruse the wide array of available groups....or simply type a specific interest in the space provided.
Take in some of the blogs/discussions as well.
The resource boxes at the top of the home "Home" page, and
"About us" at the very bottom of your page and every page (the footer), offer you more information still.
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Hope you find the support and information you came looking for.
Here is a useful link to get you on your way:
http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
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Hey, why don't you come join us in the TuD chat room?
You'll see us at the bottom of the home page.
We have a great time getting to know each other, sharing info and lots of laughs :)
It's on right now!
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DO THE BIG BLUE TEST (BBT)....For more info, see the upper left hand corner of home page. There's a video there too about the BBT!!!!
C'MON...YOU CAN DO IT!!!!
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Take care....and keep in touch!
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