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    Can anyone recommend an accurate blood pressure monitor?

    Hi All, I've had diabetes type 1 for 22 years now. I've had my blood pressure checked and for the first time it was higher than it should be so I would like to keep an eye on it. Can anyone recommend a good accurate blood pressure monitor that can be used at home? There are so many available...
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    Life insurance for diabetics

    Hi there, I have entered the daunting world of purchasing a property! As part of the conditions of getting a mortgage I have to get life insurance. As expected, being a diabetic I've been quoted a higher premium some mark up 200% on the initial quote sometimes 150% depends on the company...
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    Managing Type 1 in pregnancy - Are guidelines realistic?

    Hi, I'm currently pregnant, my first child, and seeing the specialists about my diabetes (type 1) on a regular basis as part of the treatment programme. I've been a diabetic for about 17 years now, and went on the DAFNE programme a couple of years ago, so very used to self managing it and...