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GingerVieira

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posted 04/14/2009, comments (2)

Celiac Disease & Diabetes - Why YOU Should Be TESTED

Hi - I'm Ginger...I usually write over at HealthCentral's site for teens with Diabetes. I've had Type 1 diabetes for 10 years, and Celiac disease for 9 years. I am a personal trainer, yoga instructor, writer and soon-to-be competitive powerlifter. If you have diabetes, you should be tested for celiac disease. Period. What is... Read more Chevron

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posted 03/20/2009, comment (1)

The Outcome of Our CGMS Trial

Here's what we found from the five day trial. Josh only had one overnight low that we would have missed - in the high 60s. Night time lows were one thing CGMS seemed to find the most when people starting wearing them. Josh's low came, not surprisingly, on day when he had lots of exercise. The most profound thing we learned was food... Read more Chevron

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posted 02/23/2009, comments (2)

The habit of Horror

Hello my name is Josie, I have been a diabetic for 12 years, I am now 17 and I need the suggestions of anyone willing to help. I have been dealing with this disease since before I can remember. I use to be really good at taking care of my body. When I was 7 I was doing my own shots and everything, The doctors and everyone was very proud of me.... Read more Chevron

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posted 02/22/2009, comments (0)

Taking Shots Made Easier

So I've had diabetes for 14 years and once I started taking Lantus, the injection sites would really hurt. With the Lantus having a higher pH level, it tends to sting more. Plus, my doctor was having me take 40 units a night and anything over 30 units will hurt as well, so I was fighting a losing battle. Well, around Christmas '08 I had mentioned... Read more Chevron

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posted 02/10/2009, comments (0)

30 Second Jean Smart Public Video Service Announcement Advocating Diabetes Awareness

Diabetes is a leading health concern in this nation, with nearly 24 million people in the United States living with the disease. Unfortunately, many of them do not even know it. Award-winning actress Jean Smart has been named ambassador for the newest public service initiative for the Entertainment Industry Foundation's... Read more Chevron

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