Topic: JDRF and ADA 1. Describe your experience with your local JDRF and ADA chapter? I have no contact with either the ADA or the JDRF since I’m not American, and the only contact I’ve had with anything to do with the CDA hasn’t been all that positive unfortunately. 2. … Continue reading
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#dsma Chat n Reply – W8
Topic: Meters & Insulin Pumps-the most important part of a PWD’s life Q1. Your thoughts on overnight pump replacements vs having a back up on hand? No idea since the pump has nothing to do with my own treatment as a Diabetic, but as to having a back up on … Continue reading
#dsma Chat n Reply – W7
Topic 1: Driving and Diabetes Q1. Do you test before you drive? I always test before I drive now that I’m on insulin – I know that driving for me is a stressor ad it can shot my levels up or bottom me out, so I have to make sure … Continue reading
#dsma Chat n Reply – Week 4
Questions Q1. Which do you prefer PWD (Person with Diabetes) or Diabetic? Why? Either term works for me, though I am sure the average person would just look at anyone who said “Hi, I’m Nyx and I’m a PWD” chuckles – I’d sure one would get rather confused to say … Continue reading
#dsma Chat n Reply – Week 2
Questions: Do you consider diabetes an illness? An Illness doesn’t last for long, it has a cure and thus far D doesn’t have a cure so no I do not consider it to be an illness. As a PWD, do you consider yourself ill/sick?No I do not consider myself Ill … Continue reading