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HeidiIris replied to Morgan's discussion 'Overseas and Clueless' in the group HOW DID YOU KNOW YOU HAD DIABETES
"I had been living in South Korea for five years. I came back to the states to get my masters for a year and then I was back. I hadn't been back for 3 months when I got a horrible cough. I attributed it to everyone being smokers and continued…"
Jan 21
Lil d replied to Morgan's discussion 'Overseas and Clueless' in the group HOW DID YOU KNOW YOU HAD DIABETES
"I do not have time to read all of this right now, but the title caught my eye. I had just returned from over seas, having had complications while there, even a trip to the hospital with no clue until 4 weeks after my return to the states, to ill to…"
Dec 7, 2012
catlover left a comment for Morgan
"Hi Morgan- Welcome to TuD. We hope you like it here."
May 13, 2012
Morgan joined lev's group
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history buffs

a place for people who are into history. I guess we can be into anything. Diabetics tend to be thinkers
May 13, 2012
Morgan joined LavanderBlue's group
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The diabetic writers group

Writing inspires you? helps you deal with the stress of living with diabetes? It does for me. So let's share our writings. Poems, novels, songs, anything!!This can be fun!See More
May 13, 2012
Morgan joined Tracy's group
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Teachers with Diabetes

This is a group for those of us who are teachers and have diabetes. It is sometimes difficult to take care of yourself when you have thirty or so students in front of you!See More
May 12, 2012
Morgan replied to Dolores's discussion 'Whats the most annoying comment you've ever gotten about diabetes?'
"The most annoying comment I've ever gotten came from a friend, actually. We were planning for a time to get together over the weekend during my fifteen minute break at work and she made a comment about not wanting me on my feet too…"
May 12, 2012
Donna H left a comment for Morgan
"Welcome to TuDiabetes! Check out some of the groups -- it's a great way to get to know the community."
May 12, 2012
Morgan added a discussion to the group HOW DID YOU KNOW YOU HAD DIABETES
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Overseas and Clueless

I've spoken to some people about this before, but I've yet to come across anyone else that's had a similar experience to mine. Most people weren't overseas when they were diagnosed, or they had some idea that diabetes was a possibility for them. I was wondering if anyone here also discovered they were diabetic while they were overseas or knows of someone who did.Here's what happened to me:I arrived in Seville, Spain in mid-January for a four-month-long study abroad program. Everything was new…See More
May 12, 2012
Judith left a comment for Morgan
"Welcome, Morgan I'm so glad you found us. Be sure to check out all our diverse groups. I'm wishing you and yours all the best!.....Judith in Portland"
May 11, 2012
Morgan joined David K's group
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HOW DID YOU KNOW YOU HAD DIABETES

For people who want to share how they were diagnosed. Did they have symptoms or just discovered it by accident.
May 11, 2012
Morgan left a comment for Linda G
"Wow, that was nice to see in my inbox. Thank you for such a prompt and informative welcome!"
May 11, 2012
Linda G left a comment for Morgan
"We're so happy that you're finally here! Welcome home Morgan.... 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.…"
May 11, 2012
brokenpole left a comment for Morgan
"Welcome to the family! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of all you will learn 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…"
May 11, 2012
Marie B left a comment for Morgan
"hi Morgan, welcome to the community! let me know if you have any questions."
May 11, 2012
Morgan is now a member of Diabetes community by Diabetes Hands Foundation: TuDiabetes
May 11, 2012

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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?
I hope to find support.
Date diagnosed
March 17, 2011
Most recent HbA1C %, date of result (optional)
6.8
Type of treatment/devices you use
Shots
Tell us more about you (optional)
I'm a college girl just finishing her degree (and hoping to find a job not too far away from home), who is functionally fluent in Spanish.

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At 9:48am on May 13, 2012, catlover said…

Hi Morgan- Welcome to TuD. We hope you like it here.

At 6:19pm on May 12, 2012, Donna H said…

Welcome to TuDiabetes! Check out some of the groups -- it's a great way to get to know the community.

At 6:32am on May 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 8:07pm on May 11, 2012, Judith said…

Welcome, Morgan I'm so glad you found us. Be sure to check out all our diverse groups. I'm wishing you and yours all the best!.....Judith in Portland

At 4:19pm on May 11, 2012, Linda G said…

We're so happy that you're finally here! Welcome home Morgan....
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 care....and keep in touch!

At 3:34pm on May 11, 2012, SEAGATOR said…

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

At 3:21pm on May 11, 2012, brokenpole said…

Welcome to the family! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of all you will learn 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 even to vent to, if needed. Welcome home.

At 2:10pm on May 11, 2012, Marie B said…

hi Morgan, welcome to the community! let me know if you have any questions.

 
 
 

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