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#dsma Chat n Reply ā€“ W10

Posted on September 24, 2010 by Nyx

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 … Continue reading →

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#dsma Chat n Reply – W8

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Nyx

Topic: Meters & Insulin Pumps-the most important part of a PWDā€™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 … Continue reading →

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#dsma Chat n Reply – W7

Posted on September 1, 2010 by Nyx

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 … Continue reading →

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#dsma Chat n Reply – Week 4

Posted on August 11, 2010 by Nyx

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 … Continue reading →

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#dsma Chat n Reply – Week 2

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Nyx

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 … Continue reading →

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