Diabetes - All People Who Are Living In "MD"

Dave in Md

posted 10/20/2009, comments (0)

Lessons learned in the first year

I had this idea a while back and am hoping that this might make the learning curve for another newbie just a little faster and a bit less stressful. Things I have learned during my first year as a Type 2 diabetic. I was diagnosed on Aug 18 2008 and in my first year I learned a lot more about the body, nutrition and digestion than I ever thought... Read more Chevron

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posted 05/05/2008, comments (0)

Type 1 and Athletes: Broncos QB Jay Cutler Diagnosed

When Denver Broncos Quarterback Jay Cutler announced that he had been diagnosed two weeks ago with type 1 diabetes, he created another "teachable moment" for the public who don't understand diabetes very well. Three things to know about athletes and type 1 diabetes 1. Not all people with type 1 diabetes are diagnosed as kids.... Read more Chevron

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posted 03/08/2008, comments (20)

This Disease Gives You a Right for Not Taking Responsiblity? Give me a Break!

My husband is a type 1 diabetic and believe me, when his blood sugar runs high and low, it's a really KILLER to our marriage. He never wants to take responsibility for his emotional level, so therefore absolutely refuses to check himself claiming that it's all my fault and being a *****. Well, gee, I wonder why that should come about?!!!!!... Read more Chevron

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posted 11/27/2007, comments (9)

GlucoLab Meter

Hey folks, Wondering if anyone can help me? I finally got insurance again after several years without. My insurance company will not cover my "pre-existing condition" (although they'll cover a pre-existing [voluntary, unlike diabetes] pregnancy for a year. Affording the insulin is difficult enough, but strips... Read more Chevron

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posted 11/14/2007, comments (9)

Byetta: How do you get it through your insurance company?

Hello. I was diagnosed with diabetes a little over a year ago, and finally came across a combination that controled my sugar, helped me lose weight and made me feel great, but, thanks to my insurance company, is no longer available to me. After taking Metformin for about 6 months, and gaining back weight I had lost, and still having... Read more Chevron

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