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KittyVonVector
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Should we be buying Energizer stock?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Brian Wittman Feb 3. 6 Replies 0 Likes
Howdy,I'm on an Animas ping pump and the battery only lasts about 2 weeks. My last Animas pump lasted longer- I could get at least a month out of it. Has anyone out there discovered which battery…Continue
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March 8, 2013 from 1pm to 2pm
This event has already occurred, but you can still see the recording here.JOHN MASTROTOTAROVice President of Research and DevelopmentJohn J. Mastrototaro, Ph.D. is Chief Technology Officer and Vice President of Research, Technology and Business Development at Medtronic Diabetes. Prior to this position, he was Vice President of Global Clinical, Scientific & Health…See More
Piki101 commented on KittyVonVector's blog post 'Should we be buying Energizer stock?'"We had a similar issue once with the Minimed pump and I think ours had to do with a problem with the battery cap. Medtronic sent a new one and the problem was corrected. Medtronic suggests Energizer for the Minimed pump. Our insurance company pays…"
KittyVonVector commented on Dkinsey's blog post 'Swimsuits and insulin pumps what to do?'"sorry for additional post but I also have not figured out a way to walk with my pump in a bathing suit. I usually have to toss on shorts to clip it on or just disconnect."
KittyVonVector commented on Dkinsey's blog post 'Swimsuits and insulin pumps what to do?'"hi,
I've been on a pump for 15 years and LOVE going to the beach! First things first- these pumps are NOT water proof. They tell you they are but they are not- first time I took mine into a pool it died, then I heard a question I had never…"
Brian Wittman replied to KittyVonVector's discussion 'Should we be buying Energizer stock?'"I have an Animas Ping and usually get three weeks to a month out of an Energizer lithium battery. I date them when I put them in the pump to keep track of its usage life. I don't know of another manufacturer of lithium batteries, and I usually…"
Stemwinder replied to KittyVonVector's discussion 'Should we be buying Energizer stock?'"I get about a month also and because I don't hear so well I keep mine on vibrate also. I would probally never hear a beep."
Zoe replied to KittyVonVector's discussion 'Should we be buying Energizer stock?'"The Ping is the opposite; they recommend that you only use the Lithium batteries!"
christy replied to KittyVonVector's discussion 'Should we be buying Energizer stock?'"I have a Minimed pump, and I to use just a regular Energizer AAA batter and I probably get about a month or so out of 1 battery. Your settings might have something to do with how long your batter lasts. All my alarms are on vibrate, and my CDE said…"
Brian Wittman commented on KittyVonVector's blog post 'Should we be buying Energizer stock?'"I have an Animas Ping and the Energizer Lithium batteries last about three weeks to a month. I usually date the battery when I put it in so that I can keep track of usage.
Please be sure that your pump settings are correct. You may be getting a…"
JohnG replied to KittyVonVector's discussion 'Should we be buying Energizer stock?'"I remember a few years ago I calculated my battery cost at about 4 cents a day, that's not bad considering the value my pump brings to the table. My last purchase of Energizer batteries cost me about 50 cents each."
Stemwinder replied to KittyVonVector's discussion 'Should we be buying Energizer stock?'"Energizer stock might be a good idea. My Minimed pump recommends the Energizer brand as the best. I don't know about the Animas Ping but Medtronics recommends that Lithium batteries not be used. I understand that when they die they die quickly."
KittyVonVector commented on KittyVonVector's blog post 'Should we be buying Energizer stock?'"Wow thank-you! I thought Animas only recommended lithium- good to know."
Stemwinder commented on KittyVonVector's blog post 'Should we be buying Energizer stock?'"Energizer stock might be a good idea. My Minimed pump recommends the Energizer brand as the best. I don't know about the Animas Ping but Medtronics recommends that Lithium batteries not be used. I understand that when they die they die quickly."
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- 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?
- Se what others are going through
- Date diagnosed
- October 10, 1988
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- 7.0
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Should we be buying Energizer stock?
Posted on February 2, 2013 at 7:51am 4 Comments 0 Likes
Howdy,
I'm on an Animas ping pump and the battery only lasts about 2 weeks. My last Animas pump lasted longer- I could get at least a month out of it. Has anyone out there discovered which battery works best and how to get more life out of it? I typically use whichever lithium is on sale at cvs.
I have also contacted Animas about the issue- they say 2 weeks is about right. Seriously?! Is the new function of "ping" wasting battery life? Does disabling this function add to… Continue
I'm on an Animas ping pump and the battery only lasts about 2 weeks. My last Animas pump lasted longer- I could get at least a month out of it. Has anyone out there discovered which battery works best and how to get more life out of it? I typically use whichever lithium is on sale at cvs.
I have also contacted Animas about the issue- they say 2 weeks is about right. Seriously?! Is the new function of "ping" wasting battery life? Does disabling this function add to… Continue
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- At 8:45pm on February 8, 2013,
Jim Roach said… Welcome to TuDiabetes Kitty!
- At 7:51pm on January 31, 2013, Stemwinder said…
Welcome KittyVonVector, There is so much information here at TuDiabetes. There are groups for people with like circumstances or interest. Blog posts where members convey their thoughts and experiences. And there are the forums where we come together for discussions. I’m so glad you are here.
Please feel at home, you are with friends
- At 12:30pm on January 31, 2013,
Marie B said… hello there and welcome to TuDiabetes! Let me know if you have any questions about our community. Here's a page with many links for new members.
http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes/Navigating_TuDiabetes
- At 6:16am on January 31, 2013,
SEAGATOR said… I lived in Lexington many many years. Was an Educator in Arlington. Did my practice teaching in Somerville. I miss MA>
- At 6:15am on January 31, 2013, 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 1:31am on January 31, 2013,
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 9:34pm on January 30, 2013,
Linda G said… 
We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home KittyVonVector!!
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,
click on "all groups". 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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Here is a useful link to get you on your way:
http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
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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 :)
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