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Misconceptions with teachers!!!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Spock Jan 11. 6 Replies 0 Likes
Hi everyone!I wanted to post this because I really need advice on how to del with a little something that goes like this"Gabriella you miss so much of my class because your blood sugars are out of…Continue
Misconceptions with teachers!!!
Started Jan 10 0 Replies 0 Likes
Hi everyone!I wanted to post this because I really need advice on how to del with a little something that goes like this"Gabriella you miss so much of my class because your blood sugars are out of…Continue
Descrimination from a GUIDANCE COUNCILOR!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Amy Feb 20, 2012. 61 Replies 0 Likes
So my guidance councilor gives me the "don't let diabetes define you" talk every time we meet. Well today I asked him for a recommendation to work as a CIT at a DIABETES camp. He said "I would not…Continue
Diabetes Discrimination?
Started Feb 3, 2012 0 Replies 0 Likes
Hi,I need a story about Diabetes Discrimination.I am doing a project for school about Diabetes Discrimination. I am not allowed to use my own unfortunately school grades k-12. You may leave out names…Continue
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Spock replied to gabby's discussion 'Misconceptions with teachers!!!'"Taking bull by the horns is hard enough for adults, but those of us diagnosed at a younger age know that you are working very hard to take control of your Type 1 and you are amazing. Keep up the good work on that front.
All of the suggestions above…"
smokinbeaver replied to gabby's discussion 'Misconceptions with teachers!!!'"Gabby test away and keep taking care of yourself! They won't stop, there will always be people who think they know more. Are you still in high school? Just keep on doing what you are doing and survive, and try try try to ignore their ignorant…"
Red_T1 replied to gabby's discussion 'Misconceptions with teachers!!!'"When I was in school, I just carried a purse and treated as needed during class. I carried glucose tabs and snacks with my meter and insulin and never left class to do anything. Is this something you do? Its part of my life, so I'm not going to…"
"This sounds tough, but I doubt your instructors are aware that thier comments are embarising or signaling you out. I would bet that education of T1D is a big problem here.
At first I would not even meet with your teachers, instead meet with your…"
Stemwinder replied to gabby's discussion 'Misconceptions with teachers!!!'"Good for you for taking control of you D. Unfortunately lack of understanding from others is a lifelong problem for PWD. I think you said it so well why you are trying so hard. You might want to write your reasons down and give them to your…"
gabby replied to Jacob's mom's discussion 'Any advise for teen sad about his D?'"Hey,
Sorry I was not much help. For some few and far between and might I say lucky people the Omnipod works very well! I wish it worked for me! I know many Daibetics I have met via camps and meetings and I have yet to find more than 5 people out of…"
gabby replied to Jacob's mom's discussion 'Any advise for teen sad about his D?'"I am now almost 18. When I was younger I had a lot of anxiety and feelings of sadness toward my Diabetes. I started on the Omnipod 13 days after my 13th Birthday and that was when things hit rock bottom. over the next 3 years I had a lot of trouble…"
gabby replied to Jethro's discussion 'Which pump is the best?'"In the end... There are a few different pumps on the market. All the pumps do the same thing-pump insulin just in different ways. They have different features. Minimed works very well for most people that use it. Animas is a great pump and has some…"
gabby replied to Jethro's discussion 'Which pump is the best?'"Don't get me wrong I am very glad the omnipod works for you. I wish it worked for me. Trust me you are very lucky.
There are some positive reviews of the omnipod. The only way to know is to test a pump for oneself. The "truth" is…"
gabby replied to Jethro's discussion 'Which pump is the best?'"Also yes as shown in the video the pod is almost the size of an iPod touch."
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- Type 1 or type 1.5 (LADA) diabetes
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- Date diagnosed
- September 25, 1997
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- The best one of my life! 6.7
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- At 4:08am on January 18, 2013,
Linda G said… 
HAPPY BIRTHDAY GABBY!!
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?
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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- At 10:21pm on January 12, 2013, Linda G said…
HUGS
- At 8:10pm on January 12, 2013,
jrtpup said… - Hey kiddo, of course... any time!
- At 8:45pm on October 27, 2012, Linda G said…
Gabby...you were right, the clock change IS next week...I must have thought I was in the UK lol
- At 12:59pm on February 13, 2012,
Taytay said…
- I know you kept on telling me to join until I'm saying okay! I will FaceTime you tonight!! :)
- At 4:07pm on October 26, 2011,
brandi said… - lol of course i remember you! im doing good, and so is Shyla. did school ever get better for you?
- At 8:06am on October 26, 2011, brandi said…
- welcome back :) i was wondering where you went lol
- At 7:15am on July 30, 2011,
Donna H said… - Welcome to TuDiabetes! Check out some of the groups -- it's a great way to get to know the community.
- At 10:46pm on July 28, 2011,
Robyn said… - Hello and Welcome!!
- At 12:34pm on July 28, 2011, Linda G said…
Welcome home gabby.....
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.
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