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  1. Turner90

    Libra Sensor

    Is anyone else getting an allergic reaction when using the libre sensors? The last 3 have done exactly the same thing. Regards Lee
  2. Turner90

    Potential pre diabetes.

    Sorry my mistake. It should of said have been..
  3. Turner90

    Potential pre diabetes.

    Morning I need a little advice. My daughter is 5 years old and we have been testing her blood sugars and they are between 6.0 and 8.5. Do you think I need to get her checked out by doctors to see if she has diabetes? I am a type 1 diabetic for 26 years but still after a little advice. Thanks
  4. Turner90

    Signed contract but now they want to do another medical before employment.

    I have done it!!! I finally start my prison officer training tomorrow. All medical completed and vetting completed.
  5. Turner90

    HbA1C

    I have finally done. I officially start my prison officer training tomorrow. A long hard road but it all came good in the end.
  6. Turner90

    Signed contract but now they want to do another medical before employment.

    Yes I do freestyle libre. It's fantastic so fingers crossed this works.
  7. Turner90

    Signed contract but now they want to do another medical before employment.

    I am hoping so.. it was 62 5 weeks ago so just praying it's come down further.
  8. Turner90

    Signed contract but now they want to do another medical before employment.

    Yes they knew and they have been given doctors notes and also blood test results.
  9. Turner90

    Signed contract but now they want to do another medical before employment.

    I had a face to face meeting with a Dr and he advised me I failed it due to my hba1c not being 59 or below.. However 2 weeks later I was given a start date and a contract to sign.
  10. Turner90

    Signed contract but now they want to do another medical before employment.

    I have recently been offered a position as a prison officer after a long vetting process (approx 6 months) I have signed the contract and sent it back. However they have just come back to me and said I have to pass the medical again before I can start the job. I have already handed my notice in...
  11. Turner90

    Freestyle libre-android phone

    I am currently on the freestyle libre and I have downloaded the app on my android Samsung s8.. however my phone is not picking up the sensor. Has anyone else had this issue or know how to resolve it?
  12. Turner90

    HbA1C

    Evening all, I had my final medical today to become a prison officer, however I failed the medical as my HBA1C was above 59.. my last HBA1C was 66 however occupational health won't pass me as 'FIT' until it comes below 59. What is everyone else's HBA1C?? I am gutted, however they have given...
  13. Turner90

    Prison officer

    I passed!!! Just waiting to do all medical forms and vetting process. They said as long as it's well controlled then there is no reason why they don't take you on. Fantastic news!
  14. Turner90

    Prison officer

    So you are a prison officer with type one diabetes? This gives me some hope then. Thanks for this.
  15. Turner90

    Prison officer

    Yes please
  16. Turner90

    Prison officer

    Hi thanks for your help. Will just have to wait and see how it goes. I am on the omnipod pump so wireless pump. Fingers crossed
  17. Turner90

    Prison officer

    Hi, I have recently applied to become a prison officer and I have my RAD day on Monday. Does anyone know if you can be a prison officer with type 1 diabetes? I don't want to get my hopes up for them to turn around and say sorry you can't because your diabetic. Thanks Lee
  18. Turner90

    Omnipod

    Thanks for the info. I am currently on the accu chek combo. But like the idea of no tube. Currently weighing up the options now and need to make a decision by 13th June.
  19. Turner90

    Omnipod

    Hi, I am due a new pump and I have been given the option of four. One of them in the omnipod. Is anyone on this and what are the pros and cons for it. All I know is it's not got the wire. Thanks lee
  20. Turner90

    URGENT HELP

    Is anyone on a pump anywhere near Prestatyn north Wales? I have come on holiday and forgotten cartridges for my pump. I use accurate check combo. Many thanks Lee Sent from the Diabetes Forum App