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I'm thinking about asking my GP about a pump. Not sure I would qualify based on my HBA1C, which is fairly good and always around 6. My control is OK, but not great with various highs and lows during a normal week, and I would like to try for better control and I'm thinking a pump would help...

Had an issue with my iBGStar meter today where it wouldn't charge. I thought oh well, I'll give them a call and get another meter, but was surprised to only find a contact form on their website and no telephone number? As it happens it turns out the meter is picky about which charger you use...

Hi, I've been T1 for nearly 18 years but never really got into counting carbs. Generally I can estimate the insulin needed for a meal but only really through past trial and error. I do get caught out though. Decided to start a diary at the weekend to see if I can improve on the accuracy...

Had my yearly checkup today and everything is looking good. HBA1C of 43 (just over 6 in old money). My GP is great and asked what meter I used. I'm currently using the Bayer Breeze 2, which works well but my only complaint is the size as it's too big to keep in my pocket when out for the...

Couldn't disagree more but interested to know what others think: http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/737347 Seems the link above needs a login (no idea why as I came across it via Google). Text below: February 14, 2011 — The American College of Physicians (ACP) has issued a new clinical...

Hi, New to the forum, but T1 for 10 Years. I'm fairly lucky in that my control is said to be good, HBA1C of around 6 (varies a bit always close) I'm currently on Humalog before meals which I vary depending on BG reading and what I'm going to eat and Insulatard to cover everything else. From...