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    unopened insulin left out of fridge...

    Im sure this question has been asked before.... I picked up repeat prescriptions from chemist on monday but forgot to put insulin away in fridge and was left in paper bag in south facing bedroom till friday. It is unopened box and is in plastic bag, now in fridge but will it still be usable? It...
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    Hospitalrefused diabetic meds

    Best thing to do is see your doctor and tell him what happened and for him to ensure the hospital knows your full diabetic history. Find out what is in your hospital and your GP notes - you're entitled to see them! Is there proper communication between the GP and the hospital consultant who is...
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    Pushing a diabetic TOO FAR???

    Hi, Hope youve found the forum useful! Make sure you and your in laws know which type it is, probably T2. Check on (shop around) travel insurance first and make sure diabetes is declared because if anything happens and you havent declared it the insurance won't cover you. Its not worth the...
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    Vitamin D - Advertising on this site

    I must admit i dont look often enough at the website after receiving my emails, but I was dismayed when i looked at the article for Vitamin D and potential deficiency. I was very interested to start reading the article but then to see a sales promotion for tablets left me feeling distinctly...
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    Bananas tomatoes pineapple Bergen bread etc

    Defren mentions porridge.... "Another example is porridge, I love it on cold dreary mornings, but now, wouldn't go near it. It's hard, but diabetes complications are all so horrible the idea of them happening to me, keeps me motivated." Why avoid oats? Oats is one of the best cereals for you...
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    meter readings to PC - Windows 7 probs

    Im a new member here and did a quick search for Windows 7 problems with meters, but found little info. I have had a freestyle Lite meter and a while ago downloaded the co-pilot software but it appears that there is a windows 7 compatibility issue. After enquiring with the hospital they said to...