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question about insulin pumps

Started this discussion. Last reply by Terry Feb 20. 1 Reply

so i found this on the web http://www.diabeteswellbeing.com/insulin-pump-price.html and in it it says"So, you…Continue

 

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Young Adults with Diabetes

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May 10
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Steve Lancaster replied to carabeli's discussion 'NZ - type 1' in the group Diabetes in Australia, New Zealand
"i also suggest getting travel insurance either locally before you leave or online eg Southern Cross Travel Insurance World Nomads Czech Republic there are many insurance companies out there.   Note from SCTI…"
Apr 16
Steve Lancaster replied to carabeli's discussion 'NZ - type 1' in the group Diabetes in Australia, New Zealand
"Hi,im from new zealand and im not too sure about pricing for you but generally insulin from a pharmacy with a script costs $3NZD for a 3 month supply. give this site a visit Daibetes NZ they should be able to give you more information, if i was…"
Apr 16
Steve Lancaster replied to john's discussion 'Straight Sensors' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users
"i have not heard anything like that from my pump trainer or from Medtronic. interesting to see if a bend would make any difference."
Mar 29
Steve Lancaster replied to bort269's discussion 'Does Medtronic replace faulty mio infusion sets?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users
"according to my local pump trainer they do replace the sets and reservoir if faulty or damaged. they will likely ask for lot numbers so they can make note and i assume recall if too many people have problems with the lot"
Mar 29
Steve Lancaster replied to Steve Lancaster's discussion 'contour next link Canada' in the group Canada Diabetes
"yes the next strips are different to the regular contour strips i just tried to put a regular strip into my contour next meter and it tells me to insert a contour next strip"
Mar 4
nel replied to Steve Lancaster's discussion 'contour next link Canada' in the group Canada Diabetes
"To add to the confusion : a MM pump buddy of mine here in Salmon Arm , BC was incorrectly told by his Pharmacist ( Pharmasave ) that he has to change strips , because of Bayer's Contour Next EZ meter ...Buddy eventually told Pharmasave that…"
Mar 4
Steve Lancaster replied to Steve Lancaster's discussion 'contour next link Canada' in the group Canada Diabetes
"http://www.bayercontour.com/Blood-Glucose-Monitoring/NEXTProducts/CONTOUR-Next-Link-Pro this is the link for the contour link its looks like the contour usb except the usb is black and the link is grey. According to Bayer Health Canada still say…"
Mar 2
Theo Pella replied to Steve Lancaster's discussion 'contour next link Canada' in the group Canada Diabetes
"Here is the Bayer Contour Next... as I saw it at London Drugs. I was told by the Pharmacist (Who is my son's hockey team manager) that the link is also available. I'm sure if you talked to the Pharmacy and they called their Bayer Rep, they…"
Mar 2
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…"
Mar 2
Theo Pella replied to Steve Lancaster's discussion 'contour next link Canada' in the group Canada Diabetes
"We are talking about the Contour Next EZ meter? I was told that it also comes in the link for the pump by our Pharmacist. New strips yes but the +- BG reading was a HUGE jump from the 20% that we have now. I think.... think it was a +- 5-10% I just…"
Mar 1
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."
Mar 1
Theo Pella replied to Steve Lancaster's discussion 'contour next link Canada' in the group Canada Diabetes
"I believe I have seen them in London Drugs here in Surrey, BC."
Mar 1
Bill replied to Steve Lancaster's discussion 'contour next link Canada' in the group Canada Diabetes
"Shucks! I was hoping they'd take the same strips! I just started using the new enlite sensors, they are truly worth the wait! I am Canadian , but have recently been posted to India for a couple of years....and to my delight, the Indians no…"
Mar 1
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…"
Mar 1
Loke replied to Steve Lancaster's discussion 'contour next link Canada' in the group Canada Diabetes
"I just talked to Medtronic a couple of weeks ago in regards to this. Had a broken meter and needed a replacement. According to Medtronic the Link products are only available for purchase through them and cannot be purchased through a pharmacy. A…"
Mar 1

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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 learn from other members and the experiences
Date diagnosed
August 18, 2000
Most recent HbA1C %, date of result (optional)
7.5
Type of treatment/devices you use
Shots

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At 1:23pm on June 9, 2012, Linda G said…

We're so happy that you're finally here! Welcome home Steve....fellow Canadian!
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".
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Take in some of the blogs/discussions as well.
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At 12:48pm on June 9, 2012, Doris D said…

WELCOME TO OUR LOVING, CARING, AND UNDERSTANDING FAMILY MY FRIEND!!! Great to have you here with us!!!!Please feel free to check out our Forum, Blogs and Groups here!!! If u have any questions please feel free to ask any of us or put it on our forum. To answer any of us back just hit the "comment back "bar under our comments and you will go to our page where you can leave a comment to us and also read abit about us.
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At 11:36am on June 8, 2012, Jim Roach said…

Welcome to TuDiabetes Steve!

At 2:17am on June 8, 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 10:23pm on June 7, 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!!!

 
 
 

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