Medtronic 670G: Experiences of a Mom + Daughter with T1D
My 15 year old daughter and I both started on the Medtronic 670G system in July. With 2 1/2 months of use under our belts, we have had common, yet...
A Nurses Review: Medtronic 670G Insulin Pump
Medtronic’s 670 G hybrid closed loop system is the smartest insulin pump to hit the market, and people living with type 1 diabetes, including my daughter and I, have been...
Dexcom G4 Share for a Child with Type 1 Diabetes
Managing type 1 diabetes in a child goes far beyond what’s visible to the naked eye, which is why parents are crazy about the new Dexcom G4 Share technology. If...
“What’s That?”: Uncovered by Diabetes Gadgetry
If I honestly had a dollar for all of the times I’ve been asked: “What’s that?” – I’d surely be rich. I regularly face a fire squadron of questions...
Taking Type 1 Diabetes To The O.R. – My Way
I recently found myself outside of my usual hospital role – trading my scrubs for a hospital gown and taking my Type 1 diabetes on a trip to the operating...
Are Fitness Apps for People With Diabetes?
A recent article in U.S. News My Favorite Fitness App highlighted new apps, gadgets and gizmos to track and promote exercise habits. I began to wonder what percent of people...
New Omnipod System Gets FDA Clearance
Omnipod finally gets FDA clearance on their newest insulin delivery system. This is amazing and long awaited news for both current and future customers. OmniPod is the only tubeless insulin...
Full Body Airport Scanners May Damage Diabetes Pumps and Sensors
Hitting the airport with diabetes shouldn’t be too overwhelming with today’s diagnostic rates rising through the roof. Airport security doesn’t seem to blink an eye at glucometers, insulin, syringes, juice...
Diabetic Dementia- Blood Sugars vs.Your Memory
Diabetic Dementia is a potentially troubling sequelae for 23 million Americans living with diabetes. In addition to neuropathies, strokes, and organ damage, cerebral (brain) damage is also underway when diabetes...