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Linda G left a comment for holly
"Hello! How Do You Do, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you Holly.....luv your profile graphic!! A mission statement! Best Wishes NOW....and for the rest of the year! Have a GREAT "ME" DAY :)"
May 27, 2012
brokenpole left a comment for holly
"Happy Birthday, holly!! Hope you have a wonderful day and get to have some fun. Enjoy your special day."
May 27, 2012
Eric commented on holly's blog post 'Insurance???'
"To me, this is truly criminal. We are among one of the richest nations in the world, and yet we can't provide universal health care for everyone through the government. As long as health insurance companies are there purely for profit (and who…"
May 24, 2012
holly joined amy mercer's group
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Oct 28, 2011
holly and Kat D are now friends
Oct 28, 2011
Kat D commented on holly's blog post 'Insurance???'
Sep 6, 2011
Kat D commented on holly's blog post 'Insurance???'
"Google PCIP -- it saved my life. If is for preexisting conditions. Its gonna run around $500 per month, but how can we survive without it??? Looks like you and I have almost the same diagnosis anniversary date :) Be well, my friend. Happy to talk…"
Sep 6, 2011
Donna H left a comment for holly
"Welcome to TuDiabetes! Check out some of the groups -- it's a great way to get to know the community."
Sep 5, 2011
holly commented on holly's blog post 'Insurance???'
"No I dont qualify for medicaid or anything like that because I have a car that is new and my living expenses are not considered low enough. I work from home and I homeschool my son who is a gymnast and I have a 3 year old. There isnt insurance here…"
Sep 5, 2011
Theresa commented on holly's blog post 'Insurance???'
"Oh my gosh that it just horrible. My heart goes out to you. Have you checked into Medicaid? I will keep you in my prayers. May God bless you!"
Sep 4, 2011
Peetie left a comment for holly
"Welcome to TuDiabetes Holly. I hope you are able to learn and share on this site. BTW I love the saying on your profile pic. :) Joanne"
Sep 3, 2011
holly posted a blog post

Insurance???

I was recently diagnosed 1 year ago more or less with type 1 and put on insulin after an emergency hospital stay. I had no idea I was sick and did not have health care coverage. Now that i have this diagnosis there is no insurance that will take me..it seems none exists in this country. I am wondering is this true I cant buy insurance if I am already diagnosed. I have been buying my insulin and just going to the doctor every 3 months for an a1c test to make sure I am more or less ok. I am…See More
Sep 3, 2011
holly posted a status
"high sugar, a bit tired but happy"
Sep 3, 2011
holly left a comment for Doris D
"Thank you so much, I am a mother of 3 and trying hard to control this disease, i am so glad I joined this site."
Sep 1, 2011
brokenpole left a comment for holly
"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…"
Sep 1, 2011
Doris D left a comment for holly
"WELCOME TO OUR FAMILY MY FRIEND!!!!!!!!! Any questions? Just ask one of us or post it on our forum where you will get a diversty of answers. Here's a link to help our new member's get to know us better: http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes"
Sep 1, 2011

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Holly's Blog

Insurance???

Posted on September 3, 2011 at 2:25pm 6 Comments

I was recently diagnosed 1 year ago more or less with type 1 and put on insulin after an emergency hospital stay. I had no idea I was sick and did not have health care coverage. Now that i have this diagnosis there is no insurance that will take me..it seems none exists in this country. I am wondering is this true I cant buy insurance if I am already diagnosed. I have been buying my insulin and just going to the doctor every 3 months for an a1c test to make sure I am more or less ok. I am… Continue

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At 12:29pm on May 27, 2012, Linda G said…

Hello! How Do You Do, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you Holly.....luv your profile graphic!! A mission statement!
Best Wishes NOW....and for the rest of the year!
Have a GREAT "ME" DAY :)

At 12:05pm on May 27, 2012, SEAGATOR said…

Happy,Happy Birthday,Holly. I wish for you a most wonderful day. ENJOY!!!

At 6:14am on May 27, 2012, brokenpole said…

Happy Birthday, holly!! Hope you have a wonderful day and get to have some fun. Enjoy your special day.

At 3:38pm on September 5, 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 2:38pm on September 3, 2011, Peetie said…
Welcome to TuDiabetes Holly. I hope you are able to learn and share on this site. BTW I love the saying on your profile pic. :) Joanne
At 2:24am on September 1, 2011, 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 12:40am on September 1, 2011, Doris D said…
WELCOME TO OUR FAMILY MY FRIEND!!!!!!!!! Any questions? Just ask one of us or post it on our forum where you will get a diversty of answers.
Here's a link to help our new member's get to know us better: http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
At 9:32pm on August 31, 2011, Robyn said…
Hello and Welcome!
At 6:08pm on August 31, 2011, Linda G said…
Welcome home Holly.....
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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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 4:21pm on August 31, 2011, lotsofshots said…
Welcome to TuDiabetes, we are happy that you are here!
 
 
 

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