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Type 1 Insulin pens recommendations

I have been using an insulin pump for 6 years , I have been advised that I need to replace my insulin pens as mine are very old at least 10 years...

Thread by: alohanicky2009, Apr 6, 2020, 4 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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Type 1 Novarapid shortage?

I put my usual script into pharmacy for novarapid 4 th sept , just spoke to pharmacy again still unable to get any insulin , are other people...

Thread by: alohanicky2009, Sep 26, 2019, 11 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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Tandem t slim

Which areas are using the t slim , and what is customer support like ?

Thread by: alohanicky2009, Aug 14, 2019, 5 replies, in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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Type 1 Looping

I am only just starting to learn about looping , I have to change from animas vibe , choice is Ypsomed , Medtronic 640 and combo or insight pumps...

Thread by: alohanicky2009, Aug 1, 2019, 5 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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Type 1 Looping ,

I am due to a new pump currently using the Vibe , the clinic has agreed to fund the Medtronic 640g , is this a pump suitable for looping ? I use...

Thread by: alohanicky2009, Jul 22, 2019, 21 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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Miao Miao?

I am type1 using a Amina’s Vibe pump which is nearing end of warranty , use freestyle Libre but would like to start using MiaoMiao , but not sure...

Thread by: alohanicky2009, Jul 7, 2019, 2 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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Type 1 Choice of pump

I have to replace my amines vibe pump , I have a choice of Roche combo , Roche insight and ypsomed any views would be appreciated . Pros and cons...

Thread by: alohanicky2009, Mar 15, 2019, 0 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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Type 1 Free style Libre

Has anyone managed to have a prescription for free style libre in Cornwall from their gp? my gp is happy to prescribe them but the lady...

Thread by: alohanicky2009, Feb 14, 2018, 0 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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Dario blood glucose meter

been using this meteor it is brilliant all in one small gadget, it has a small plug in adapter that plugs into phone , need to download an app for...

Thread by: alohanicky2009, Nov 1, 2016, 2 replies, in forum: Book and Product Reviews
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Driving licence issued

Great news have got my driving licence back after it was revoked, pretty sure starting pump therapy end of last year helped, a very happy Cornish...

Thread by: alohanicky2009, Jan 21, 2016, 6 replies, in forum: Driving and DVLA
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Excited but nervous

Exciting news today , my DSN at hospital has given me a date to start on my pump, next weds , will start on insulin so the long long wait is over,...

Thread by: alohanicky2009, Oct 28, 2015, 13 replies, in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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Choice of pumps

Had some really good news , I am finally going to have a pump (9 years ) been trying , even moved hospitals for my diabetes care ( best thing I...

Thread by: alohanicky2009, Oct 10, 2015, 29 replies, in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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aviva EXPERT BG meyer

Been experiencing a lot of hypos and highs , seen DSN today and has changed me to EXPERT meter, have pre loaded the machine , but althought we...

Thread by: alohanicky2009, Sep 3, 2014, 4 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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Incorrect Insulin Storage

Just went to the Boots chemist to collect my prescription of Insulin , the assistant gave me the package as I usually do I checked all my items...

Thread by: alohanicky2009, Dec 2, 2013, 15 replies, in forum: Diabetes Soapbox - Have Your Say
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DAFNE course cancelled - gutted

Was due to attend Royal Devon &Exeter hospital on Monday for week long course of DAFNE , had pre assessment with nurse over phone at 4pm so booked...

Thread by: alohanicky2009, Nov 13, 2013, 16 replies, in forum: Diabetes Soapbox - Have Your Say
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Driving licence revoked

Just had a letter informing me that my licence has been revoked for 12 months, I think it is because my partner said at my last hospital...

Thread by: alohanicky2009, Oct 11, 2013, 41 replies, in forum: Driving and DVLA
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Pump choices

I have my 1st appointment at Exeter hospital in 10 days to see Mr Daly in the pump clinic, hopefully he will agree that a pump may be the way...

Thread by: alohanicky2009, Oct 2, 2013, 1 replies, in forum: Diabetes Soapbox - Have Your Say
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Carb counting waiting times

I just had a appointment at a new hospital EXETER as unhappy with care at nearest hospital re diabetes care, DSN feels that a pump will help me...

Thread by: alohanicky2009, Sep 10, 2013, 22 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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Which consultant for help to get an insulin pump?

Have asked to have diabetic care at Royal Devon &Exeter Hospital but have been given a choice of two consultants, I have been trying to get an...

Thread by: alohanicky2009, Aug 22, 2013, 18 replies, in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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Insulin pumps

What do I have to have to get a pump? First I have hypos without warning , so fulfil requirement then the funding at my pct is cut , so no pump !...

Thread by: alohanicky2009, Jul 7, 2013, 35 replies, in forum: Diabetes Soapbox - Have Your Say

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