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In need of any information, problems or experiences of travelling to Dubai. I’m slightly concerned as I’ve been made of an instance of a type1 with a pump experiencing difficulties at Dubai airport. Forewarned is fore harmed hopefully. Thanks for any information.

As we are all aware times are changing and our lives are becoming different. The coronavirus or Covid19 is impacting hugely on all our lives, not just in the UK but globally. Predicted mortality rates, infection rates, times of duration are all being considered and changed on a daily basis...

A little bit of a thought for anyone interested. Two headlines for you to ponder over. A. 250,000 possible deaths in the UK as a result of coronavirus. B. 0.5% of the UK population could die as a result of coronavirus. So which of those two headlines creates the biggest concern, fear, OMG...

Hi gals and guys. Sorry I’m useless at posting links but you may find this interesting. A day to day account of a type 1 diabetic with Covid 19. Google search. leicestermercury.co.uk. Diary of a dad with coronavirus.

Just a brief summary of all of the wonderfully delicious and health carbs and stuff I’ve consumed today. Granola and set natural yogurt. 2 bananas ( usually have one ) A lovely tuna and tomato chutney sandwich on thick brown bread. ( no butter, far to fattening for me ) Sirloin steak and baked...

This years Golden Globes Awards offered up a menu that was entirely plant based. This decision was in response to climate change, something the organisers obviously feel strongly about. Well done to the Golden Globes for standing up, especially in World Carnivore month. It’s imperative that both...

Flaxedil do you know anything about it’s affects on BS? TIA

Times change, people come and go. Down the years I’ve got to know a whole range of posters on the forum. All types of personalities, all types of differing conditions, some I’ve liked and some not. What I’d give to have some of those T1’s back here with us. Experience, knowledge and...

So we are encouraged to report. What’s the point when you get no feedback? Or is it just a case of not being part of the “ forum?”

Boredom has got the better of me. Found out that this site lists 20 varying types of diabetes. On joining the forum people are given the option to inform others of their type of diabetes. This is obviously of great assistance to everyone. Diabetic and non diabetics alike. Knowing that someone is...

Looking for some advice on a rather delicate subject. Can a ketogenic or reduced carb diet help with ED. Or is ED something that has to be accepted especially with the onset of age?

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The brilliant Simon Mayo has recently played this brilliant track on his final “ all request Friday “ show. Volume cranked up......lyrics sung loudly ( awfully) again........and then the strange realisation that the lyrics are so appropriate for the type of day I’ve had with my card playing...

Just looking for people’s opinions and experiences. Over my 28 yrs as type 1 I’ve only used two pharmacies. The first was an independent one in my what was local village. A rating of 7/10 would be a fair description of how good a pharmacy I felt it was. It then became a WELL pharmacy........2/10...

No this isn’t a swipe at any NHS staff. :) Let me set the scene.......it’s 2.44 a.m this morning. I’m in bed , awake, in need of knowledge. More to the point I need to know is there a difference between muppets and puppets? If there is a difference what is it? Does the dictionary list them...

So I'm on my 6th sensor now. One thing I've noticed is that after around 16 days + some of the sensors start to play up. Usually lose the connection between transmitter and receiver. Get the ??? logo. This happened whilst I was driving Saturday morning, but once I got out of the car and moved...

Hi ladies and gents. Recently started a fresh batch of novorapid Penfill. Batch...GR7C337. Exp date. 12/2019. Since starting this batch I've been struggling to keep numbers in range, constantly going high. Changed to a new vial today ( same batch ) and decided to check effectiveness of...

A brief summary. Yesterday decided on a new month long physical challenge, nothing extreme, 100 press ups a day for 31 days. Started yesterday p.m. Got up 7 a.m this morning. 50 press ups 3 minutes, felt good:) Checked BS 6.3 finger prick compared to dexcom 6.5. Calibrated dexcom. Looks like...

Today's highs......... Waking on my 54 th birthday to my beautiful wife, a cup of coffee in bed and birthday presents ( socks this year ) Full English breakfast out, the works, fried bread, bacon, mushrooms, beans, eggs ,toast, hash browns and a latte. Daughter, son in law and most importantly...

So I've had my Dexcom stuck in place for a week now. Adhered it with Skin tac and opsite dressing. I'm really pleased so far, it hasn't budged at all. Question is...... when I remove it, hopefully after next weekend, as anyone got any tips for getting all the sticky stuff off? I've heard rumours...