insulin pump Archive
Top 5 Air Travel FAQ
On June 1, 2011 In Lifestyle
Summer is here and it's time for many of us to hit the road ? or air. Before you set out to satisfy your wanderlust, check out our answers to the top five questions we receive about air travel with an insulin pump and/or continuous glucose monitor (CGM).
TSA Screenings Update For People With Diabetes
On May 26, 2011 In Education and Information
Back in November, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) introduced new airport body scanners for passengers. We know that travelling with diabetes can be a bit nerve-wracking for some (just ask Karen Graffeo or Kelly Kunik). So it's no wonder that, six months later, airport security is still a hot topic coming into our 24-hour
My Recent Trip To India
On May 17, 2011 In Lifestyle
Over Christmas I went on a trip to India with my family (India is where I was born, grew up, and where I was diagnosed). It was my first trip back in five years and in preparing for it I felt overwhelmed. Not only did I need to find my passport and pack enough
Life is Not Over, Just Altered
On May 9, 2011 In Lifestyle
Today, we hear from John Berry, a dedicated firefighter from Texas, who doesn't let his diabetes stand in the way of his life-saving work. John talks to us about his "Ah-Ha" moment where he realized he needed to take better control of his health and some of the tools he
now uses to manage
Living with Diabetes: Glen’s Story Part 2
On April 25, 2011 In Lifestyle
Today we are happy to share Part 2 of Glen Lowe's story. In Part 1, Glen shared the story of his type 2 diagnosis and the work he is doing with the Health Care Disparities Group. Today in Part 2, Glen tells us about the devastating loss of his brother and serious complications that