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omni pod disposal
Started this discussion. Last reply by dishers Jun 2. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Hi all, I am not having much luck in getting answers but here is another question. I live in northern ontario and am inquiring where would I dispose of the pod's, my pharmacy only deals with shards…Continue
any new news?
Started this discussion. Last reply by smileandnod Apr 11. 4 Replies 0 Likes
HI all, I am looking into pumps finally T1 since 2000. I am going towards the Omnipod since having tubes I would be worried I would get caught up in it. I have noticed that the pods are smaller then…Continue
Insulin pump Canada
Started this discussion. Last reply by S Woodward Apr 9. 3 Replies 0 Likes
HI all,does anyone know of a website or direction to find out what insulin pumps are available currently in Ontario? been thinking of the Omnipod but would like to compare all of them.Thanks in…Continue
corrections when blood sugar reading to high
Started this discussion. Last reply by Simon Carter Sep 16, 2012. 19 Replies 0 Likes
so I have an issue, this morning I tested myself prior to coffee, I was 7.7mmol two hours later I was 10.5 with two coffee's in me, at 8:49am just before eating my breakfast it went up again to 12.4…Continue
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dishers commented on Emmy's group 'Freestyle Insulinx Glucometer'"I agree Emmy but adjustments may be needed after the inital setup and some people live far from there diabetic team, with all the tools out there, we should be intrusted with us doing it ourselves. I to agree the screen is horrible."
dishers commented on Emmy's group 'Freestyle Insulinx Glucometer'"I find it weird that they even have a password on the meter. The ppl around here had not even seen it and so they would not set it up. Let alone have the password. I know it can be dangerous but if they leave us with administering our own insulin I…"
Kate replied to dishers's discussion 'omni pod disposal'"I also use the recycling program that Ren notes. However, I'm in the US and not sure if it is available in Canada? Can you contact your rep or CS and find out? It's super easy to use! :)"
Ren replied to dishers's discussion 'omni pod disposal'"Hi there, dishers. Perhaps this can help you ... I use the pod disposal program. I think it costs $8 per 50 used pods.
http://www.myomnipod.com/customer-care/pod-disposal-program/"
dishers posted a discussionomni pod disposal
Hi all, I am not having much luck in getting answers but here is another question. I live in northern ontario and am inquiring where would I dispose of the pod's, my pharmacy only deals with shards etc...thanks in advance to anyone that will answer me.See More
dishers replied to greg's discussion 'New pods are worth the wait.' in the group OmniPod Users"glad to hear something positive about them. Thanks for letting us know. Still waiting for mine hopefully before the end of July. are you in Canada? I have not been able to get an answer to the PDM in the info packet they sent the pdm's are in…"
dishers replied to Agswin04's discussion 'Useless company' in the group OmniPod Users"I have only had one bad experience with them with my meter, (insulinx had a bad meter they sent me batteries, told me to try that first. I knew it was not a battery issue so when to the pharmacist they gave me a new one. never heard back from the…"
dishers replied to markeeezy's discussion '10 Years and Counting!' in the group OmniPod Users"thanks Markeezy for that positive outlook, I to believe that, it has made my family healthy for it also. My boys 28, and twins 23 have never stepped into a McDonalds. woo hook. The only thing that really frustrates me is that ppl assume that you…"
dishers replied to Kimmy's discussion 'possible diabetic complication'"HI Kimmy, I had gone to the specialist since I kept getting blurred vision or my sight was not as it used to be, figured it was age related (46) so I went with no worries thought I would be in and out. Well it turns out I have DME in both eyes.…"
dishers replied to dishers's discussion 'getting 1st time Omnipod soon' in the group OmniPod Users"Thanks Ren, I am so excited, after 14y I finally decide to get a pump now it seems to be taking forever. LOL. good to know about the batteries. will keep spares with me."
Brando replied to dishers's discussion 'getting 1st time Omnipod soon' in the group OmniPod Users"Lol... Try about 15% and growing. You must be a Windows fanboy."
Ren replied to dishers's discussion 'getting 1st time Omnipod soon' in the group OmniPod Users"Hi dishers. I don't have the new and improved PDM/pods but the only color on my PDM is the background - no text or numbers or charts are colored.
Batteries last weeks for me ... probably 4-5 weeks. It will likely depend on your "screen…"
Scott Wilkins replied to dishers's discussion 'getting 1st time Omnipod soon' in the group OmniPod Users"They are all colored screens. Though color is not dramatically used throughout the system. Only where it needs most attention.
There is no software for the Mac, and probably won't be. Since Macs still only make up about 4% of the computer…"
dishers replied to dishers's discussion 'getting 1st time Omnipod soon' in the group OmniPod Users"one more question if you don't mind. can the software program for the results on the PDM work on a mac? the meter I use now is the insulinx meter and just this week have been able to use on a mac with the 2.0 update."
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- At 5:05am on November 28, 2012,
Linda G said… 
Hello! How Do You Do, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you dishers...
Best Wishes NOW....and for the rest of the year!
Have a GREAT "ME" DAY :)
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Hey, why don't you come join us in the TuD chat room?
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- At 3:33am on November 28, 2012,
SEAGATOR said… Happy, Happy Birthday,dishers. I wish for you a most wonderful day. ENJOY!!!
- At 12:43am on November 28, 2012,
brokenpole said… - Happy Birthday!! Hope you have a wonderful day and get to have some fun. Enjoy your special day.
- At 2:23pm on September 8, 2012, dishers said…
- Thanks for all the welcomes. Glad to be here
- At 6:28am on September 2, 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 7:40pm on September 1, 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 10:11am on August 31, 2012,
Marie B said… hello, and welcome to the community!
- At 9:51am on August 31, 2012, Linda G said…
We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home dishers 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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"About us" at the very bottom of your page and every page (the footer), offer you more information still.
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