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FDA Warns Against Secondhand Test Strips

FDA Warns Against Secondhand Test Strips

The agency stopped short of outlawing the sale of them, however.
Take a Type 1 Diabetes Technology Survey

Take a Type 1 Diabetes Technology Survey

Answer six questions for a chance to win one of two $25 Amazon.com gift cards.
Help Needed After Woman with Type 1 Falls into Coma

Help Needed After Woman with Type 1 Falls into Coma

Holly Murphy’s recovery will be long and expensive. You can donate to help.
Endocrinologist Says She Can’t Compete With Artificial Pancreas

Endocrinologist Says She Can’t Compete With Artificial Pancreas

Dr. Jennifer Sherr describes her experience as an artificial pancreas researcher and trial participant.
“They Wouldn’t Refill My Daughter’s Insulin Prescription.”

“They Wouldn’t Refill My Daughter’s Insulin Prescription.”

A mother shares how a records mishap has led to a trip to the hospital for her daughter with Type 1 diabetes.
Why People with Type 1 Should Take Care of Their Teeth

Why People with Type 1 Should Take Care of Their Teeth

A certified diabetes educator discusses why diabetes ups the risk of periodontal disease.
I’ve Had an Insulin Allergy for 33 Years

I’ve Had an Insulin Allergy for 33 Years

A woman with Type 1 chronicles a difficult journey to use the medicine that keeps her both alive and unwell.
FreeStyle Libre Use Associated with Better Glucose Control

FreeStyle Libre Use Associated with Better Glucose Control

Abbott, the maker of the Libre, touts an analysis of user data of the glucose monitoring system.
JDRF Rolls Out its PEAK Program on Exercise and Type 1

JDRF Rolls Out its PEAK Program on Exercise and Type 1

The organization launches workshops both in the U.S. and abroad.
Medtronic Warns of 640G Pump Software Problem

Medtronic Warns of 640G Pump Software Problem

The pump, which is sold internationally, could fail to charge because of it.
Ketones and Exercise – What You Need to Know

Ketones and Exercise – What You Need to Know

A researcher on diabetes and exercise describes why exercise elevates risk of DKA for people with Type 1 diabetes.
Denied Insulin by a Doctor

Denied Insulin by a Doctor

A woman with Type 1 claims a doctor withheld a prescription even though she was running out of insulin.
25 Facts to Know on Exercise on Type 1 Diabetes

25 Facts to Know on Exercise on Type 1 Diabetes

A team of international researchers release new guidelines based on the accumulation of research on the subject.
Too Many with Type 1 Don’t Test for Ketones

Too Many with Type 1 Don’t Test for Ketones

One-third of people affected by Type 1 diabetes lack any means to test for DKA at home.
The Class-Action Lawsuit Against Novo Nordisk

The Class-Action Lawsuit Against Novo Nordisk

It’s alleged that price fixing to keep the price of insulin high may have obscured trouble with the company’s bottom line.
CGMs Can Be Durable Medical Devices, CMS Rules

CGMs Can Be Durable Medical Devices, CMS Rules

The ruling paves way for partial Medicare and Medicaid coverage for qualifying CGMs.
FDA Approves Animas OneTouch Vibe Plus

FDA Approves Animas OneTouch Vibe Plus

It was the second FDA approval for the OneTouch Vibe pump system in 2016 alone.
CNN Reports on a DKA Death

CNN Reports on a DKA Death

The two-part report profiles the death of Kevin Houdeshell from lack of insulin, and his family’s efforts to prevent similar deaths.
10 Weird Things People Have Eaten for Lows

10 Weird Things People Have Eaten for Lows

Don’t read this list if you’re feeling queasy. Take our word on this.
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