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Marfem replied to Steve Lancaster's discussion 'contour next link Canada' in the group Canada Diabetes"No, I think the OP is looking for the new Contour Next Link. It looks like the Contour USB, but it links up to our Medtronic Insulin Pumps. It's not listed on the Bayerdiabetes.ca site, so I imagine its not available here. I hope it gets…"
Marfem replied to Steve Lancaster's discussion 'contour next link Canada' in the group Canada Diabetes"I'm glad to hear you like the Enlite Sensors! My Medtronics rep said it'll be about 6 weeks before they start shipping them out."
Marfem replied to Steve Lancaster's discussion 'contour next link Canada' in the group Canada Diabetes"I heard was that we are not getting the new Link meter. It takes different strips than the Contour Link, are those available in Vancouver. The only new thing in Canada is medtronics has released the new Enlite sensor, can't wait to get my hands…"
Marfem replied to Marfem's discussion 'Was told today that the Enlite Sensor is now approved in Ontario, Canada!' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Will do, my rep said it'll still be upto 6 weeks before they ship out, but I'm hopefully they're better than the current ones."
john replied to Marfem's discussion 'Was told today that the Enlite Sensor is now approved in Ontario, Canada!' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Congratulations, keep us up to date on how it performs for you. I can't wait for the FDA to get off their duffs and approve it here, in the USA, the Headquarters of Medtronic Co. Such irony."
john liked Marfem's discussion Was told today that the Enlite Sensor is now approved in Ontario, Canada!
Erika liked Marfem's discussion Was told today that the Enlite Sensor is now approved in Ontario, Canada!Marfem added a discussion to the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users
Was told today that the Enlite Sensor is now approved in Ontario, Canada!
I am in the final process of getting my insurance to approve my pump supplies, it's been a long 6 week process. Today, I was told that the new Enlite sensor is available and that is what the hold-up was, getting the final cost and supply needs in order. Now, I will only need 1/2 as many sensors, they are good for 6 days of use.Anyone hear anymore about this?Anyone know if the new sensors are going to cost more?I don't know if it's just Ontario or all of Canada.See More
Marfem commented on Emily Coles's event 'Live interview with Dr. William Polonsky'"is there going to be Q&A time during this interview or just him speaking on predetermined topics?"
Marfem is attending Emily Coles's event
Live interview with Dr. William Polonsky at TuDiabetes homepage
February 15, 2013 from 1pm to 2pm
This event has already occurred, but you can still watch it in our video archives! Dr. Polonsky is CEO and Founder of the Behavioral Diabetes Institute, the world's first organization wholly dedicated to studying and addressing the unmet psychological needs of people with diabetes. He is also Associate Clinical Professor in Psychiatry at the University of California San Diego. Dr. Polonsky received his PhD in clinical…See More
Marfem commented on Emmy's group 'Freestyle Insulinx Glucometer'"I have a love/hate relationship with this meter. I love the fact that it does my calculations for me (I'm in Canada), but I need much more accurate Insulin Carb Ratios than what it does. The meter will only take whole numbers and since I have…"
Marfem replied to Dee Meloche's discussion 'Persons From Ontario Using A Pump' in the group Canada Diabetes"It's my understanding that only an Endo can complete forms. As a Type 2, I am paying for my pump myself, I wish ADP would cover us too!"
Marfem commented on Emmy's group 'Freestyle Insulinx Glucometer'"I somewhat like the meter, but I need one that is much more intricate. It took me a long time to figure out the back light, and after coming from a meter where I didn't have to handle strips, I had to get used to them again! I hate the lancet,…"
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- At 4:23pm on March 25, 2013,
Stemwinder said… Hi ,
You may have noticed TuD hanging around the site. It's his 6th birthday this month, and his big international family of people with diabetes is growing. Our 6th birthday fundraising campaign is on! Every dollar you donate allows TuDiabetes to reach 6 people touched by diabetes, giving them the opportunity to not be alone!
Please consider making a donation, as well as asking your friends and family to give what they can. TuD's birthday party will keep getting more guests as we raise more donations (see top of the home page). Let's help keep our family thriving and growing! Please share this message. Thanks!
- At 4:00pm on January 2, 2013,
Capin101 said…
- The aquapac may work for you. Search around this site and I found a picture of a girl jumping into a pool with it. The pros are that you will not have to disconnect and you can monitor your pump through the see through plastic and the aquapac is well made and constant connection to CGM. Cons are it is a bit awkward or bulky, I felt odd wearing it, some claim decreased basal rates (I never noticed it) and if the clip moves then you may get water in the aquapac. I like my aquapac for activities like canoeing.
- At 8:59pm on October 22, 2012,
nel said…
I will stay tuned about your pumping progress ; please stay connected, OK ...only forward to GO Marfem !!
- At 6:11pm on October 22, 2012,
My understanding is still a bit different and hope I got this correct ???..it is the basal rate( s ) ( 24 hours ) , pages 56 , 57 in the Veo User Guide / which can be set in decimals for instance my 12 am rate is : 0.5500 , another example 5 am : 0.625...basal rates can be incremented by 0.025 .Could this be what Endo is referring to ???? Pumping and basal rates ...one of the secrets to our struggles :) ...
- At 1:49pm on October 22, 2012,
When you are ready maybe you can ASK your Team to fit you with a http://medgadget.com/2010/06/medtronic_unveils_ipro_2_professional_cgm.html ...I know a person , not a pumper ,yes MDI who was fitted with one !
- At 1:41pm on October 22, 2012,
ah, ha ...maybe I misunderstood the lingo ?? for example : a carb ratio 1:22 ..no decimals ,i unit of insulin for 22 grams of carbohydrates ...with the bolus wizard ( MM ...only the Veo model av. in Canada presently ) equals `1.1 unit ...this is where the decimal comes in ...for most of us very useful as you have too indicated !
- At 11:12am on October 22, 2012,
I noticed you posting a question re the Accu-Check ...I looked at my MM bolus Wizard set up and carb ratio's are round numbers , the correction factor( insulin sensitivity ) are carb ratio divided by 5 equals a number usually with a decimal ..ie ratio 17 divide by 5 = 3.4 ...I located this website for the Accu-chek ...pages 103 etc. ???
http://www.accu-chekinsulinpumps-ca.com/documents/ProductGuides/Combo_training_handbook.pdf
- At 6:33am on September 28, 2012,
Doris D said… WELCOME TO OUR FAMILY MY FRIEND!!!!!! Please enjoy it here with us!!!
here'a a link to get u on ur way with us http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
to comment back to us just hit the "comment Back" bar under our comments
- At 6:00am on September 28, 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 4:44am on September 28, 2012,
Linda G said… 
We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home Marfem...fellow Ontarian!
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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Take a look at the group..."Type 2 Diabetics".
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AND....groups for folks with more than diabetes to contend with,
such as..."Diabetes Plus".
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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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Take care....and keep in touch!
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