Recent Content by monkeynuts

Hi there. I'm on twitter @PaulBrothwood - lets get something sorted Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

Hello there. Unfortunately there was not a large response. I would be happy to meet with other type1's as personal I don't know any.

I didn't purchase it. Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

Absolutely kkkk. Some insurers allow you to increase your cover without further medical underwriting if you move house. Typically they let you increase by 50%. It's always worth exploring your options with existing cover first :) Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

My most recent HbA1c was 6.5. My GP called me and advised that it is on the low side and to increase my testing at night (3am). I've not had a hypo in over 10 years so was astonished by the call. I've never hit my lifetime target of 6 but i will continue to aim for it. 28years and counting :-)...

Remember the cost is relevant to: amount of cover, is it level or decreasing, are the premiums guaranteed or renewable etc. There are so many variables please seek advice :-) Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

I think it will be a small gathering but it may grow :) Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

Depending on your control most companies rate the premium between 50 and 100%. Life cover is typically very cheap especially on a decreasing basis. Where are you based? Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

There does not seem to be much interest :( Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

Speak with an independent financial adviser who will be able to guide you through it. Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

That is a significant amount of insulin. There are many different insulin regimes that may be better suited to you and your lifestyle. Some form of mixtard may be a more practical solution. For example Humulin M3. Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

What a manic day. Sorry for the late response. I was thinking Birmingham as its easy to get to and plenty of venues. I am only just getting started on twitter so any help would be appreciated :) I have just put a post on twitter to advertise it.

Hi peeps. I was wondering if there would be any interest in a social get together. A chance for diabetics to have a chat and may be a drink! Nothing overly formal, purely a social. It would be nice to meet other diabetics to share different experiences. If there is a genuine interest ill have a...

I was aged 3 which was 28 years ago :)

HbA1c down to 6.5 after changing from Humulin M3 (28years) 2 years ago. I needed a lot of convincing but its done the trick. Historically I was between 7-8 and no hypos in over 10 years. Hoping to get to 6 by the end of the year :)