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    Going on holiday??? What do you prefer meter or non meter?

    Hi there, For those who are planning a nice trip abroad what would your preference be for checking blood glucose. a) To use a meter b) To use a non-meter strip Perhaps you could briefly explain your decisions as well? Curious to find out whether people prefer to be more discreet with a...
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    Can going abroad affect you if you have Diabetes?

    I am curious to find out if going abroad can affect you if you have Diabetes. Anyone have any ideas? Regards Patrick.
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    Any Type 2 caught Swine Flu?

    Hi there, I am curious to know if Swine flu has had a major effect on those with Type 2 Diabetes? Any feedback woudl be greatly recieved. Regards, Patrick.
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    Anyone still use Trimethoprim 100mg or 200mg ?

    Hi Guys, Apparently the use of this drug has or is being fazed out and being replaced with Metformin anyone being or has been switched over ? Any major differences between the two? P
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    Does Metformin really help?

    Hi There, I am doing a bit of research and am also curious to hear from all those using Metformin to ask you if you feel as though it actually helps? Any comments? P
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    Want to submit a personal story for 'The Diabetic Observer'?

    Hi there, Do you have a personal story that you would like publicised related to Diabetes in the new 'The Diabetic Observer'? It could be that you were neglected by a healthcare professional or only foudn out by accident or perhaps you were just concerned with your health and decided to do a...
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    Award Winning Betachek G5 System:

    AWARD WINNING DESIGN The Betachek G5 was recognised for its innovative design and technology by receiving the Design Award of the Year. The ADA committee stated the “streamlined form and brilliant software-electronics capability provide the world’s fastest and most accurate diabetes test”...
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    New Diabetic newsletter (The Diabetic Observer)

    Hi there, There is a new monthly e-newsletter on Diabetes( The Diabetic Observer) of which the first edition will be released this Friday. It is a free newsletter to anyone with Diabetes or involved with Diabetes. If anyone wants to recieve this please drop me an email with your name, email...
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    Glucoflex-R New Lower cost test strip

    Dear All, As many of you know a new low cost visual test strip is now available on prescription called Glucoflex-R. In the united kingdom you are entitled to this product on prescription. Many of you have shared the concern that you are unable to find this anywhere however I am pleased to...