From debbiewunder at charter.net  Tue Jun  3 18:28:26 2025
From: debbiewunder at charter.net (Debbie Wunder)
Date: Tue, 3 Jun 2025 13:28:26 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] annual meeting
Message-ID: <012901dbd4b5$4c57e780$e507b680$@charter.net>

Is there any topic that you would like to see on our agenda this year?

Warmly,

Debbie

This note is to confirm your session at convention this year. 

 

Thu, 7/10/2025

1:00:00 PM - 5:00:00 PM

Diabetes Action Network Division Meeting

Galerie 1

From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Wed Jun  4 02:18:29 2025
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Tue, 3 Jun 2025 19:18:29 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Ray-Ban Meta AI Smart Glasses?
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The one time I felt like I really could use these glasses, it was raining! And I understand you can't use them in the rain.
Veronica


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From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Eileen Scrivani via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, May 30, 2025 2:27 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Eileen Scrivani <etscrivani at verizon.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Ray-Ban Meta AI Smart Glasses?

Hi All,

 

I am considering getting a pair of the Meta Smart glasses. I'm just
wondering if any of you are using them and if there are any problems/issues
I need to be aware of since I am also using the Tandem Mobi insulin pump
that connects to my phone via Bluetooth. The glasses as I understand will
also pair with my iphone via Bluetooth. 

 

Thanks for any input.

 

Eileen

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From veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com  Wed Jun  4 02:32:12 2025
From: veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com (Veronica Elsea)
Date: Tue, 3 Jun 2025 19:32:12 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin pump
 charging pad
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I am using the Omnipod 5 with the iOS app. I have been using it in manual mode because it wasn't yet compatible with the Dexcom G7, although they're promising that in a couple of weeks. When I switched to the Omnipod in 2018, I didn't really think having a tubeless pump would be a big deal, as I'd worn pumps with tubing since 1991. But now that it's been 7 years, I have really come to lik not having the tubing. The iOS app is also really accessible. Just like with the Mobi, there are a few things that land in funny places on the screen, but it works well. The other thing I like is that you don't have to use Face ID as many times as you do with the Mobi. That is the one thing that is driving me crazy with these pumps which are controlled by smart phone. Some days it really makes me feel like diabetes runs my life because I wouldn't normally use it. It seems like it just takes so long to get in, by the time I try several times, then the phone jumps somewhere else when I'm trying to enter the pass code, etc. With the Omnipod, you have to use Face ID to get into the app, but not during any processes. I'm looking forward to switching to automated mode in a couple of weeks. I think it's fantastic that we actually have choices now. 
Veronica


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, April 7, 2025 4:01 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin pump charging pad

Thanks!  It is a challenge getting it to be in just the right place.

BTW, I switched from the Omnipod to the Mobi a month ago and really like =
it.  My educator showed it to me and asked me to consider it since she =
really likes its algorithm much better.  Tandem has done an amazing job =
making it totally accessible for us. =20

			Jamie


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of =
Patricia Maddix via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Sunday, April 6, 2025 6:56 PM
To: NFB Diabetes Division <Diabetes-Talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Patricia Maddix <pmaddix at comcast.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin =
pump charging pad

=3DEF=3DBB=3DBF
FYI,
I received today from Byram Healthcare part of my order of Mobi insulin =
pump=3D  supplies and found a surprise package included. It is a thin =
plastic device=3D  that snaps on over the wireless charging pad and has =
an indentation which h=3D elps center the pump in the correct location =
for charging And helps keep it f=3D rom sliding. This device will be =
particularly helpful to people who are blin=3D d or have low vision. I =
am assuming because I did not know that it was avail=3D able nor did I =
place an order for it from Byram that I will not be charged f=3D or it. =
I have not seen any communications from Tandem that this accessory is=3D =
 now available but apparently it is.
Patricia.
Sent from my iPhone
Sent from my iPhone=3D


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From gmelconian619 at gmail.com  Wed Jun  4 07:06:42 2025
From: gmelconian619 at gmail.com (gmelconian619 at gmail.com)
Date: Wed, 4 Jun 2025 00:06:42 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin pump
 charging pad
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References: <F187258C-A36C-4293-926A-3B140D245BAE@comcast.net>
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Totally feel your struggles  from time to time .  

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, June 3, 2025 7:32 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin pump charging pad

I am using the Omnipod 5 with the iOS app. I have been using it in = manual mode because it wasn't yet compatible with the Dexcom G7, = although they're promising that in a couple of weeks. When I switched to = the Omnipod in 2018, I didn't really think having a tubeless pump would = be a big deal, as I'd worn pumps with tubing since 1991. But now that = it's been 7 years, I have really come to lik not having the tubing. The = iOS app is also really accessible. Just like with the Mobi, there are a = few things that land in funny places on the screen, but it works well. = The other thing I like is that you don't have to use Face ID as many = times as you do with the Mobi. That is the one thing that is driving me = crazy with these pumps which are controlled by smart phone. Some days it = really makes me feel like diabetes runs my life because I wouldn't = normally use it. It seems like it just takes so long to get in, by the = time I try several times, then the phone jumps somewhere else when I'm = trying to enter the pass code, etc. With the Omnipod, you have to use = Face ID to get into the app, but not during any processes. I'm looking = forward to switching to automated mode in a couple of weeks. I think = it's fantastic that we actually have choices now.=20 Veronica


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of = Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, April 7, 2025 4:01 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin = pump charging pad

Thanks!  It is a challenge getting it to be in just the right place.

BTW, I switched from the Omnipod to the Mobi a month ago and really like = =3D it.  My educator showed it to me and asked me to consider it since she = =3D really likes its algorithm much better.  Tandem has done an amazing job = =3D making it totally accessible for us. =3D20

			Jamie


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of =3D Patricia Maddix via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Sunday, April 6, 2025 6:56 PM
To: NFB Diabetes Division <Diabetes-Talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Patricia Maddix <pmaddix at comcast.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin =3D pump charging pad

=3D3DEF=3D3DBB=3D3DBF
FYI,
I received today from Byram Healthcare part of my order of Mobi insulin = =3D pump=3D3D  supplies and found a surprise package included. It is a thin = =3D plastic device=3D3D  that snaps on over the wireless charging pad and = has =3D an indentation which h=3D3D elps center the pump in the correct location = =3D for charging And helps keep it f=3D3D rom sliding. This device will be = =3D particularly helpful to people who are blin=3D3D d or have low vision. I = =3D am assuming because I did not know that it was avail=3D3D able nor did I = =3D place an order for it from Byram that I will not be charged f=3D3D or = it. =3D I have not seen any communications from Tandem that this accessory = is=3D3D =3D  now available but apparently it is.
Patricia.
Sent from my iPhone
Sent from my iPhone=3D3D


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From etscrivani at verizon.net  Wed Jun  4 15:06:11 2025
From: etscrivani at verizon.net (Eileen Scrivani )
Date: Wed, 4 Jun 2025 11:06:11 -0400
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Ray-Ban Meta AI Smart Glasses?
In-Reply-To: <001901dbd4f6$f69784d0$e3c68e70$@laurelcreekmusic.com>
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Veronica,

I have no intention in wearing them in the rain. They would mostly be used to help me around the house when I come up against items or other tech that need to be scanned for information when my iphone can't do the job. Also they have a battery life of only 4 hours of moderate usage at a time. The charging case can hold up to 8 charges based on what I've read on-line.

Eileen

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, June 3, 2025 10:18 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Ray-Ban Meta AI Smart Glasses?

The one time I felt like I really could use these glasses, it was = raining! And I understand you can't use them in the rain.
Veronica


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of = Eileen Scrivani via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Friday, May 30, 2025 2:27 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Eileen Scrivani <etscrivani at verizon.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Ray-Ban Meta AI Smart Glasses?

Hi All,

=20

I am considering getting a pair of the Meta Smart glasses. I'm just wondering if any of you are using them and if there are any = problems/issues I need to be aware of since I am also using the Tandem Mobi insulin pump that connects to my phone via Bluetooth. The glasses as I understand = will also pair with my iphone via Bluetooth.=20

=20

Thanks for any input.

=20

Eileen

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From jamielgurganus at gmail.com  Wed Jun  4 15:40:09 2025
From: jamielgurganus at gmail.com (jamielgurganus at gmail.com)
Date: Wed, 4 Jun 2025 10:40:09 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin pump
 charging pad
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Hi Veronica!  I'm glad the IOS app is finally available for Omnipod 5.  I also enjoyed being tubeless, but I was having trouble getting my post meal blood sugars to stay under 180.  They were climbing to over 250 on a continual basis, so I went to see my educator to see what changes I could make.  That is when she showed me the Mobi and said the Tandem algorithm would do a better job keeping those levels close to my target blood sugar of 110.  And, she was right.  

One really positive difference between the Omnipod and Mobi is how my insurance covers it.  The pods were costing me almost $250 a month once I hit the darn coverage gap with Medicare.  Because the pods, my insulin and several other meds I am taking all cost quite a bit, I hit the coverage gap by April every year.  And, because the pods are a pharmacy item, they cost me $100/month prior to reaching the coverage gap when the price went to $250.  The Tandem supplies are all durable goods, so my co-pay is next to nothing.  So, financially, the Tandem has been a blessing for my budget!  


One other thing that I really like with the Mobi is how much quieter the alarms are.  Only the pump makes noise, and it is much more discreet than the loudly beeping Omnipod.  Both the pod and phone would alarm me, which was frustrating during important meetings.  I understand that they can be silenced, but certain ones don't silence and are very loud and get louder until you dismiss them on your phone.  The Mobi's low alerts are continual until I dismiss them on my phone, but they are not as loud, don't get louder and louder  and are not very noticeable by others in a meeting like the Omnipod.    


Although I am back to a pump with tubing, the Mobi has a five inch infusion set as one option.  They have a sleeve that you can put on your abdomen that holds the pump, so it is almost like having the Omnipod on you.  The pump is so tiny that it is hardly seen even if I use the holder with the clip to wear on my waistband.  


I am also glad that both companies have listened to us and now offer us a choice for totally accessible pumps.  I never used the IOS app for the Omnipod, but it sounds like they made a lot of great advances in it.  Using the Android phone with mine was a definite struggle, although I was getting a lot better at it after almost two years.    


Take care!

			Jamie

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Tuesday, June 3, 2025 9:32 PM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin pump charging pad

I am using the Omnipod 5 with the iOS app. I have been using it in = manual mode because it wasn't yet compatible with the Dexcom G7, = although they're promising that in a couple of weeks. When I switched to = the Omnipod in 2018, I didn't really think having a tubeless pump would = be a big deal, as I'd worn pumps with tubing since 1991. But now that = it's been 7 years, I have really come to lik not having the tubing. The = iOS app is also really accessible. Just like with the Mobi, there are a = few things that land in funny places on the screen, but it works well. = The other thing I like is that you don't have to use Face ID as many = times as you do with the Mobi. That is the one thing that is driving me = crazy with these pumps which are controlled by smart phone. Some days it = really makes me feel like diabetes runs my life because I wouldn't = normally use it. It seems like it just takes so long to get in, by the = time I try several times, then the phone jumps somewhere else when I'm = trying to enter the pass code, etc. With the Omnipod, you have to use = Face ID to get into the app, but not during any processes. I'm looking = forward to switching to automated mode in a couple of weeks. I think = it's fantastic that we actually have choices now.=20 Veronica


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of = Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, April 7, 2025 4:01 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: jamielgurganus at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin = pump charging pad

Thanks!  It is a challenge getting it to be in just the right place.

BTW, I switched from the Omnipod to the Mobi a month ago and really like = =3D it.  My educator showed it to me and asked me to consider it since she = =3D really likes its algorithm much better.  Tandem has done an amazing job = =3D making it totally accessible for us. =3D20

			Jamie


-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of =3D Patricia Maddix via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Sunday, April 6, 2025 6:56 PM
To: NFB Diabetes Division <Diabetes-Talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Patricia Maddix <pmaddix at comcast.net>
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin =3D pump charging pad

=3D3DEF=3D3DBB=3D3DBF
FYI,
I received today from Byram Healthcare part of my order of Mobi insulin = =3D pump=3D3D  supplies and found a surprise package included. It is a thin = =3D plastic device=3D3D  that snaps on over the wireless charging pad and = has =3D an indentation which h=3D3D elps center the pump in the correct location = =3D for charging And helps keep it f=3D3D rom sliding. This device will be = =3D particularly helpful to people who are blin=3D3D d or have low vision. I = =3D am assuming because I did not know that it was avail=3D3D able nor did I = =3D place an order for it from Byram that I will not be charged f=3D3D or = it. =3D I have not seen any communications from Tandem that this accessory = is=3D3D =3D  now available but apparently it is.
Patricia.
Sent from my iPhone
Sent from my iPhone=3D3D


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From mdavisforalternatives at gmail.com  Fri Jun  6 17:58:50 2025
From: mdavisforalternatives at gmail.com (mdavisforalternatives at gmail.com)
Date: Fri, 6 Jun 2025 12:58:50 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin pump
 charging pad
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Regarding the guide for the charging pad- 
For those of you not caring to pay an additional fee for the guide tool for the Tandem Mobi charging pad, 
After plugging the charger in, 
Make sure the pad lays flat, preferably on a table but I do keep it on my lap at times, 
I then wait a few seconds for the pad to warm up which I understand for sighted people, a light will show allowing one to know that the pad  is ready) I then hold the pump, facing flat side down but not quite touching the pad, with the infusion tube pointing opposite that of the charging cord(almost but not quite a straight line) 
I then hold the pump barely above the charging pad and gently move the pump (ever so lightly)  until I feel the connecting vibration and then lay the pump on top of that vibration. 
It works every time. 
Question: Are most of you doing this or 
Are any of the Mobi trainers suggesting that you automatically purchase one of these guide since you are blind? 
Just curious. 
Second, During the Knowledge Is Sweet seminar, the Mobi Trainer commented that Tandem is not working with any blind group , helping to make their pumps more accessible, 
The answer to that, is actually, "Yes." 
Suggestions From The accessible Insulin Pump task force team is, and has been, meeting intermittently and corresponding with some of the "higher ups" when possible.
Most of you know the Accessible Insulin Pump task force Chair who wears an Omnipod 5. 
   Finally, I've been wanting to correct this statement that was made during the seminar but we were muted and I'm sincerely guessing that all the notes/comments could not be read in a timely manner before their presentation ended. 
Overall, the seminar was excellent but I just needed to correct that statement.
Mary 




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Cc: gmelconian619 at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin pump charging pad

Totally feel your struggles  from time to time . =20

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Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin = pump charging pad

I am using the Omnipod 5 with the iOS app. I have been using it in =3D = manual mode because it wasn't yet compatible with the Dexcom G7, =3D = although they're promising that in a couple of weeks. When I switched to = =3D the Omnipod in 2018, I didn't really think having a tubeless pump = would =3D be a big deal, as I'd worn pumps with tubing since 1991. But = now that =3D it's been 7 years, I have really come to lik not having the = tubing. The =3D iOS app is also really accessible. Just like with the = Mobi, there are a =3D few things that land in funny places on the = screen, but it works well. =3D The other thing I like is that you don't = have to use Face ID as many =3D times as you do with the Mobi. That is = the one thing that is driving me =3D crazy with these pumps which are = controlled by smart phone. Some days it =3D really makes me feel like = diabetes runs my life because I wouldn't =3D normally use it. It seems = like it just takes so long to get in, by the =3D time I try several = times, then the phone jumps somewhere else when I'm =3D trying to enter = the pass code, etc. With the Omnipod, you have to use =3D Face ID to get = into the app, but not during any processes. I'm looking =3D forward to = switching to automated mode in a couple of weeks. I think =3D it's = fantastic that we actually have choices now.=3D20 Veronica


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Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin = =3D pump charging pad

Thanks!  It is a challenge getting it to be in just the right place.

BTW, I switched from the Omnipod to the Mobi a month ago and really like = =3D =3D3D it.  My educator showed it to me and asked me to consider it = since she =3D =3D3D really likes its algorithm much better.  Tandem has = done an amazing job =3D =3D3D making it totally accessible for us. =
=3D3D20

			Jamie


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Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin = =3D3D pump charging pad

=3D3D3DEF=3D3D3DBB=3D3D3DBF
FYI,
I received today from Byram Healthcare part of my order of Mobi insulin = =3D =3D3D pump=3D3D3D  supplies and found a surprise package included. = It is a thin =3D =3D3D plastic device=3D3D3D  that snaps on over the = wireless charging pad and =3D has =3D3D an indentation which h=3D3D3D = elps center the pump in the correct location =3D =3D3D for charging And = helps keep it f=3D3D3D rom sliding. This device will be =3D =3D3D = particularly helpful to people who are blin=3D3D3D d or have low vision. = I =3D =3D3D am assuming because I did not know that it was avail=3D3D3D = able nor did I =3D =3D3D place an order for it from Byram that I will = not be charged f=3D3D3D or =3D it. =3D3D I have not seen any = communications from Tandem that this accessory =3D is=3D3D3D =3D3D  now = available but apparently it is.
Patricia.
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From jamielgurganus at gmail.com  Fri Jun  6 19:08:50 2025
From: jamielgurganus at gmail.com (jamielgurganus at gmail.com)
Date: Fri, 6 Jun 2025 14:08:50 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin pump
 charging pad
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Hi Mary!  I am not planning to purchase the guide, since I have no trouble getting the pump to charge.  I do exactly what you do.  I keep my charging pad plugged in all of the time on my nightstand, so I don't have to worry about whether the ready light is lit.    

				Jamie


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Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin pump charging pad

Regarding the guide for the charging pad-=20 For those of you not caring to pay an additional fee for the guide tool = for the Tandem Mobi charging pad,=20 After plugging the charger in,=20 Make sure the pad lays flat, preferably on a table but I do keep it on = my lap at times,=20 I then wait a few seconds for the pad to warm up which I understand for = sighted people, a light will show allowing one to know that the pad  is =
ready) I then hold the pump, facing flat side down but not quite = touching the pad, with the infusion tube pointing opposite that of the = charging cord(almost but not quite a straight line)=20 I then hold the pump barely above the charging pad and gently move the = pump (ever so lightly)  until I feel the connecting vibration and then = lay the pump on top of that vibration.=20 It works every time.=20
Question: Are most of you doing this or=20 Are any of the Mobi trainers suggesting that you automatically purchase = one of these guide since you are blind?=20 Just curious.=20 Second, During the Knowledge Is Sweet seminar, the Mobi Trainer = commented that Tandem is not working with any blind group , helping to = make their pumps more accessible,=20 The answer to that, is actually, "Yes."=20 Suggestions From The accessible Insulin Pump task force team is, and has = been, meeting intermittently and corresponding with some of the "higher = ups" when possible.
Most of you know the Accessible Insulin Pump task force Chair who wears = an Omnipod 5.=20
   Finally, I've been wanting to correct this statement that was made = during the seminar but we were muted and I'm sincerely guessing that all = the notes/comments could not be read in a timely manner before their = presentation ended.=20 Overall, the seminar was excellent but I just needed to correct that = statement.
Mary=20




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Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin = pump charging pad

Totally feel your struggles  from time to time . =3D20

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Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin = =3D pump charging pad

I am using the Omnipod 5 with the iOS app. I have been using it in =3D3D = =3D manual mode because it wasn't yet compatible with the Dexcom G7, = =3D3D =3D although they're promising that in a couple of weeks. When I = switched to =3D =3D3D the Omnipod in 2018, I didn't really think having = a tubeless pump =3D would =3D3D be a big deal, as I'd worn pumps with = tubing since 1991. But =3D now that =3D3D it's been 7 years, I have = really come to lik not having the =3D tubing. The =3D3D iOS app is also = really accessible. Just like with the =3D Mobi, there are a =3D3D few = things that land in funny places on the =3D screen, but it works well. = =3D3D The other thing I like is that you don't =3D have to use Face ID = as many =3D3D times as you do with the Mobi. That is =3D the one thing = that is driving me =3D3D crazy with these pumps which are =3D controlled = by smart phone. Some days it =3D3D really makes me feel like =3D = diabetes runs my life because I wouldn't =3D3D normally use it. It seems = =3D like it just takes so long to get in, by the =3D3D time I try = several =3D times, then the phone jumps somewhere else when I'm =3D3D = trying to enter =3D the pass code, etc. With the Omnipod, you have to = use =3D3D Face ID to get =3D into the app, but not during any processes. = I'm looking =3D3D forward to =3D switching to automated mode in a couple = of weeks. I think =3D3D it's =3D fantastic that we actually have choices =
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Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin = =3D =3D3D pump charging pad

Thanks!  It is a challenge getting it to be in just the right place.

BTW, I switched from the Omnipod to the Mobi a month ago and really like = =3D =3D3D =3D3D3D it.  My educator showed it to me and asked me to = consider it =3D since she =3D3D =3D3D3D really likes its algorithm much = better.  Tandem has =3D done an amazing job =3D3D =3D3D3D making it = totally accessible for us. =3D
=3D3D3D20

			Jamie


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Sent: Sunday, April 6, 2025 6:56 PM
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Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Accessory available for tandem Mobi insulin =3D = =3D3D3D pump charging pad

=3D3D3D3DEF=3D3D3D3DBB=3D3D3D3DBF
FYI,
I received today from Byram Healthcare part of my order of Mobi insulin = =3D =3D3D =3D3D3D pump=3D3D3D3D  supplies and found a surprise package = included. =3D It is a thin =3D3D =3D3D3D plastic device=3D3D3D3D  that = snaps on over the =3D wireless charging pad and =3D3D has =3D3D3D an = indentation which h=3D3D3D3D =3D elps center the pump in the correct = location =3D3D =3D3D3D for charging And =3D helps keep it f=3D3D3D3D rom = sliding. This device will be =3D3D =3D3D3D =3D particularly helpful to = people who are blin=3D3D3D3D d or have low vision. =3D I =3D3D =3D3D3D = am assuming because I did not know that it was avail=3D3D3D3D =3D able = nor did I =3D3D =3D3D3D place an order for it from Byram that I will =3D = not be charged f=3D3D3D3D or =3D3D it. =3D3D3D I have not seen any =3D = communications from Tandem that this accessory =3D3D is=3D3D3D3D =3D3D3D =  now =3D available but apparently it is.
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From jb007d at att.net  Sat Jun  7 01:56:02 2025
From: jb007d at att.net (Jean Brown)
Date: Fri, 6 Jun 2025 21:56:02 -0400
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] annual meeting
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Hello  Debbie,
I will be at the meeting. Sorry for the late response but we had a death in the family. Take care and we are keeping you and your family in our prayers, love to you all!

Jean Brown

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Is there any topic that you would like to see on our agenda this year?

Warmly,

Debbie

This note is to confirm your session at convention this year. 

 

Thu, 7/10/2025

1:00:00 PM - 5:00:00 PM

Diabetes Action Network Division Meeting

Galerie 1

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From sugarsyl71 at sbcglobal.net  Sat Jun  7 21:00:49 2025
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Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] 10 Questions to Ask Your Endocrinologist
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10 Questions to Ask Your Endocrinologist

 

Check out this post from Diabetes Strong:

https://diabetesstrong.com/questions-to-ask-your-endocrinologist/ 

 

As a person living with diabetes, you know it's important to see your doctor
regularly, and that includes seeing a diabetes specialist called an
endocrinologist. 

 

The frequency of these types of appointments varies but they usually follow
a quarterly hb a1c test. 

 

Typically, people with diabetes see their endocrinologist at least once a
year for follow-up on management, bloodwork, and to renew prescriptions for
medications like Metformin or insulin. To make the most of these
appointments, it's best to be prepared. 

 

This article will outline 10 important questions to ask your endocrinologist
the next time you have an appointment. 

 

10 Questions to Ask Your Endocrinologist

 

Prep before your appointment

Dr. David Lam, Medical Director of the Clinical Diabetes Institute for the
Mount Sinai Health System, says, "To get the most from your visit with your
endocrinologist, approach it as you might a well-run work meeting." 

 

Bring a pen and notepad with your personal agenda jotted down before meeting
with the doctor, which will outline all of your concerns and any issues
you'd like to raise. 

 

"You and the doctor should be on the same page about your main concerns,"
Lam says.

 

It's also important to bring your blood sugar data from your continuous
glucose monitor (CGM) or glucometer with you. Many phone apps can also share
this data directly with your endocrinologist's office.

 

1. Is my diabetes in good control for my goals? 

Everyone with diabetes is different, but knowing how your diabetes
management stands compared to your goals is very important. 

 

Endocrinologists will usually order bloodwork before an appointment,
including the hba1c test, which measures your average blood glucose over the
previous 3 months. 

 

Ask your endocrinologist this question directly. Perhaps you're planning on
becoming pregnant in the near future, requiring a much lower hba1c, or maybe
you're trying to figure out why you have a lot of low blood sugars and are
aiming to raise your hba1c number a bit. 

 

Whatever your diabetes goal are, make sure they fit your current phase of
life. 

 

2. Does the rest of my bloodwork look normal? 

A typical complete laboratory evaluation will measure more than just an
hba1c. This thorough blood test measures thyroid functioning, if there's any
protein in the urine, vitamin D levels, cholesterol (HDL and LDL), white and
red blood cell counts, and a host of other levels meant to check in on your
overall health. 

 

Discuss with your doctor if any of these levels are out of range, especially
the markers for Hashimoto's disease, Antithyroglobulin antibody (TgAb), as
well as Tissue Transglutaminase Antibodies (tTG-IgA), a test that will be
positive in about 98% of patients with celiac disease.

 

Both Hashimoto's and Celiac are common in people with type 1 diabetes. 

 

3. Should I adjust my diabetes medication and/or insulin?

If you are seeing many high and/or low blood sugars, are struggling with the
dawn phenomenon, or are always going high or low after meals or exercise,
this is the perfect time to dig deeper into the nitty-gritty of your
diabetes management with your endocrinologist. 

 

Based on your most recent blood sugar data, your endocrinologist can help
you adjust your correction factor, insulin sensitivity, insulin to
carbohydrate ratios, and your basal rates to help fine-tune your management.


 

This can be especially helpful if you've recently changed any lifestyle
habits, such as your diet or exercise routine, or are pregnant or planning
on becoming pregnant, in which case your hba1c and blood sugar goals may
change. 

 

4. How can I adjust my care between visits?

Seeing the doctor and asking them questions consists of less than 1% of the
time you live with your diabetes, and you need to know what to do on the fly
if you have an issue. 

 

Say you're sick and need to vastly increase the amount of insulin you're
taking or training for a marathon and are suddenly extremely insulin
sensitive. 

 

This is the ideal time to ask your endocrinologist when and how you can
adjust your insulin doses and corrections factors yourself, versus when they
would be more comfortable guiding you through any necessary changes. 

 

It's also helpful to know how available your doctor's office will be. Can
you contact them between visits for quick guidance or advice? Do they answer
the phone on weekends? Do they email, text, or use a patient portal? How can
you reach them in an emergency? 

 

These are all great questions to ask and something you'll definitely need to
know for optimal care.

 

5. What new insulins, medications and technology is on the horizon?

New insulins are constantly hitting the market that work better and faster
than even the best available did as little as 5 years ago. 

 

Included among these are Lumjev, Semglee, Tresiba, and Fiasp. Ever hear of
them? Ask your endocrinologist about the newest insulins available, and see
if they have any free samples that you can try. 

 

In addition to Dexcom's g7 CGM coming out later this year, patients can look
forward to Omnipod's Horizon system for automated insulin delivery in 2021. 

 

Trying a new type of insulin or the newest technology can mean the
difference between out of control blood sugars and an hba1c that you're
truly proud of, but you never know until you try! 

 

6. Are there any other medications I should be on? 

Sometimes insulin isn't enough. Precision medicine and prescribing
medications "off label" is becoming quite popular in the diabetes space. 

 

Sometimes people living with type 1 diabetes will require insulin and
metformin to thrive. Other times, a person with type 1 diabetes is
prescribed an SGLT2 inhibitor to help manage insulin resistance and weight
gain. 

 

Popular drugs for someone with type 1 are Symlin and Victoza - daily
injectable prescription drugs that "mimic" the activities of GLP-1, a
gut-derived hormone (incretin) that induces insulin secretion from beta
cells by binding to GLP receptors in the pancreas. 

 

This helps with satiety after eating, excessive hunger, weight gain, and
insulin resistance. Ask your doctor if adding a supplemental prescription
drug to your insulin regimen might be right for you.

 

 

7. How can I afford my medications? 

The truth is 1 in 4 people with diabetes in the United States rations their
insulin due to cost alone. People are struggling and insulin is expensive. A
vial of Humalog today costs over $300, whereas when it was introduced to the
market in 1996 the same vial cost $21. 

 

If you're struggling to afford your medications, you're not alone. Ask your
doctor about ways to better afford your medications. 

 

Perhaps you're eligible for Medicaid in your state, or a tax-subsidized
health plan on your state exchange. 

 

Perhaps you're eligible for reduced or free insulin at a Federally Qualified
Health Center that participates in the 340b program. 

 

Perhaps you have a state-regulated health plan that's subject to a state's
insulin co-pay cap legislation, or perhaps you can seek assistance from a
drug manufacturer. 

 

Ask about resources to get the help you need. The help is there, you just
have to make your needs known. 

 

 

8. How can I better manage my diet? 

Diet is a cornerstone of diabetes management, and it's important to
regularly check in on your nutrition. Review your regular diet plan with
your doctor, and seek their opinion about any foods that you may need to add
or subtract. 

 

Oftentimes a food is delicious, but it isn't serving you or your diabetes
well, and they may know of substitutes that you can try instead. 

 

This is also a good time to mention any issues you may be having with
eating, as young people with diabetes are nearly twice as likely to develop
an eating disorder as people without diabetes. 

 

If needed, an endocrinologist can write you a referral to see a registered
dietitian to better hone your diet, if you're having trouble with sugar
cravings, feeling sated, or are dealing with excess weight gain or fatigue. 

 

9. How can I exercise safely and effectively? 

Exercise is crucial for good diabetes management, but staying motivated
isn't always easy. Talk with your endocrinologist about new exercise ideas
for inspiration. 

 

Perhaps you need suggestions on how to winterize your running routine, or
are recovering from an overuse injury and need fresh ideas. 

 

You may also be new to exercise, or are struggling with extreme highs or
lows from it. Make sure to ask your endocrinologist about how you can better
adjust your food intake and insulin for exercise in order to thrive. 

 

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, adults should
aim for 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week, or around 30 minutes most
days of the week, so work with your doctor on how to reach at least that
amount of exercise every week.  

 

10. What's the best thing I can do right now to prevent complications?

If your hb a1c and general diabetes management do not align with your goals,
it's time to make an action plan with your doctor. Ask them what you can do
today to prevent complications in the future. 

 

Maybe it's switching up your morning routine to fit in a regular walk, maybe
it's cutting out added sugar on weeknights, or foregoing fast food entirely.
Whatever the advice is, make sure you can stick with it and that it will fit
into your lifestyle and goals for the long run. 

 

The best time to start preventing diabetes complications is always
yesterday. The next best time is now. 

 

Bring these questions and ideas to your next endocrinologist appointment to
make the most of your (and the doctor's) time. Evolved diabetes management
starts with asking good questions, so make sure you're prepared and ready to
take charge of your diabetes health!

 

 

"I am not lost, for I know where I am. But however, where I am may be lost."
-  Winnie the Pooh

 

From nfb.stacie at gmail.com  Tue Jun 10 18:49:33 2025
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Date: Tue, 10 Jun 2025 14:49:33 -0400
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Hello everybody,

The Diabetes Action Network (DAN) of the National Federation of the Blind
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From sugarsyl71 at sbcglobal.net  Tue Jun 10 20:45:03 2025
From: sugarsyl71 at sbcglobal.net (sugarsyl71 at sbcglobal.net)
Date: Tue, 10 Jun 2025 13:45:03 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Long Article but interesting: DIY Looping: Building
 Your Own Closed Loop System
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DIY Looping: Building Your Own Closed Loop System

 

Check out this post from Diabetes Strong:

https://diabetesstrong.com/diy-looping/ 

 

Christine Fallabel, MPH

Published: November 20, 2020

 

If you live with diabetes, you may have heard of the term "DIY Looping" but
may not have any idea what it actually is.

 

DIY Looping is the process by which someone with diabetes "hacks" their
existing insulin pump with a single-board computer, such as a RileyLink or
Raspberry Pi.

This essentially makes your insulin pump communicate with a continuous
glucose monitor (CGM) to make basal insulin adjustments automatically,
instead of manually suspending, reducing, or increasing insulin throughout
the day.

This is a popular and growing movement and has helped countless people
improve not only their blood sugars but their emotional and mental health as
well.

 

In this article, you will learn what DIY looping is, how it works, the pros
and cons, and lessons learned from a year of looping myself.

 

What is 'looping'?

The term "looping" refers to, "closing the loop" between one's insulin pump
and a continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) system.

 

Currently, many insulin pumps do not communicate with existing CGM systems,
and no tubeless insulin pumps exist that communicate with CGMs.

 

Your CGM may read that your blood sugar is 60, but you need to manually
suspend insulin and/or eat a snack to remedy your hypoglycemic reading.

 

On a looping system, your CGM would tell your insulin pump that your blood
sugar is running low, and your insulin pump would suspend insulin
immediately until your blood sugar started to rise again.

 

It's important to note that this is NOT FDA approved, so all risk and
liability is on the user if they decide to build their own system.

 

How did this come about?

This movement stemmed from the frustration and disappointment people with
diabetes have felt for a long time at the pace that technology (that has the
potential to completely change lives) was being developed.

 

Looping is the brainchild of many brilliant people and families affected by
diabetes who started the #WeAreNotWaiting movement nearly a decade ago.

The hashtag was coined in 2013 at the first-ever DiabetesMine D-Data
ExChange gathering at Stanford University by Lane Desborough (Chief Engineer
at Medtronic) and Howard Look (CEO of Tidepool).

 

Looping is part of the larger Open Artificial Pancreas System (OpenAPS)
movement where advocates in the diabetes community are developing opensource
platforms, code, and apps to essentially reserve-engineer existing durable
medical equipment (like older insulin pumps) to help people living with
diabetes achieve better health outcomes when FDA-approved devices have
proven inadequate.

 

Dana Lewis and Scott Leibrand of Seattle, Washington, were the first couple
to develop the OpenAPS, a homemade artificial pancreas, for her own diabetes
management.

It is now being used by thousands of people around the world, and many more
developers have added onto and built upon the original code, improving the
system with each software update. Nate Racklyeft has written a great piece
on the history of Loop.

 

In 2014, diabetes advocate, Anna McCollister-Slipp, told Forbes:

"Everybody seems to think that it's okay to wait another two or three years
for this process to play itself out. In terms of the business or policy
cycles, that's the current trajectory, but for those of us who live with
this data dysfunction, two or three years can make the difference between
going blind or dying in our sleep. It's purely an issue of priorities and
urgency and despite glowing rhetoric to the contrary - patient needs are
nowhere in sight for manufacturers or policymakers."

The OpenAPS community wanted to change that.

 

What does the system do?

When you build the system, all of which is free to download with
instructions available online, you will see that the DIY loop system
immediately starts reading your blood sugars off of your CGM, and transmits
that data to an app on your phone (that acts as an insulin pump now).

 

The system makes adjustments automatically (that you set up with your
correction factor, insulin to carbohydrate ratios, etc.), but it doesn't
account for food eaten.

 

You still need to bolus like normal for carbohydrates, hence the "hybrid"
closed-loop system. There is currently no completely closed-loop system that
would essentially use artificial intelligence (AI) to predict food or
exercise.

 

Studies have shown that DIY APS systems improve not only time-in-range for
people with diabetes, but also vastly improve quality of life.

 

In a 2016 self-reported outcomes study, 56% of DIY loop users reported a
large improvement in sleep quality.

 

A type 1 parent, Dr. Jason Wittmer, tracked his son's school nurse visits:
before OpenAPS, his 4th-grade son averaged 2.3 visits per day (420 total in
a school year); after OpenAPS, his son visited the school nurse 5 times
during the entire school year.

 

Families using DIY loop systems also report less time spent talking about
diabetes and improved family communication around diabetes.

They also report improved sleep quality for multiple family members (not
only the person living with diabetes) and spending less time thinking about
diabetes and doing diabetes-related management tasks, such as treating lows
or sitting out of sports due to highs.

 

How do you build your own system?

This part gets complicated but is doable even for a novice. The OpenAPS
community firmly believes in keeping OpenAPS open source, for all to use.

 

The beauty of this community is everyone's willingness to help one another
to achieve better health outcomes. The community has created and maintains
the online instructions to build your own system at a website called
LoopDocs with a thorough explanation of the process and FAQ.

 

To get started, though, this is what you'll need to build your own DIY loop:

* A compatible insulin pump and continuous glucose monitor system

* A RileyLink single-board computer (they sell for about $150)

* An iPhone

* A compatible Macbook computer

*Apple developer account, and download the Xcode app

 

Since this system is not FDA approved, each user needs to build the code for
their own insulin pump, but LoopDocs makes that easy and accessible, with
all instructions available online.

 

You can build the program within 3-4 hours and can start creating your
settings by simply transferring your existing insulin pump settings right
into the new Loop app on your iPhone. The settings you set yourself are:

 

Target blood glucose

Target exercise blood glucose

Pre-meal target blood glucose

Correction factor

Standard basal rates for different times of day

Insulin to carbohydrate ratio (can change for different meals)

Once you finish installing Xcode and building the Loop app, you can either
opt for an "open" loop mode or "closed" loop mode.

 

Hand holding RileyLink

This is the RileyLink single board computer in its enclosure. This must be
near you and your iPhone at all times to make dosing decisions and bolus.
The RileyLink acts as a "bridge" allowing your insulin pump to communicate
with your iPhone, where the Loop app is running. 

The open-loop mode merely gives you suggestions for dosing but doesn't
actually override your regular basal insulin pump program, whereas if you
"close the loop" the new settings on your Loop app will override your old
basal program.

 

It's important to remember that your RileyLink hardware needs to be in close
proximity to your iPhone at all times. Your iPhone now serves as your new
insulin pump and all dosing decisions are made from the app on your phone.

 

Loop gear on table

All of my loop gear. From left to right: iPhone with the loop app, the
RileyLink computer, an omnipod pod, and the Dexcom g6 sensor.

Screenshot of Loop app 

This is the loop app, which is on my iPhone. It shows not only your blood
sugar and predicted future blood sugar, but also any insulin-on-board (IOB)
you have, along with active carbohydrates, and total insulin taken for the
day. You make all of your dosing decisions and boluses right in this app on
your phone! No need for another insulin pump (or in my case, an insulet
PDM).

If your RileyLink is ever out of range for an extended period of time, your
basal settings will simply revert back to your original insulin pump
settings automatically. You will not be without basal insulin.

 

Once you do that, you're done and are now officially looping!

 

What is the biggest difference between Looping and not?

I've been looping for a little over a year now, and I've noticed the biggest
difference in my overnight blood sugars.

 

Since this is a hybrid closed-loop system (and not a completely closed-loop
that would dose insulin for food and adjust insulin for exercise
automatically), the system performs best when there are fewer variables.

 

I've noticed that I require a lot more basal insulin overnight to help
combat the dawn phenomenon, which I used to struggle with, but don't worry
about anymore.

 

Looping has also helped me improve my time-in-range and greatly has
decreased the number of hypoglycemic events I have per week (down from 2 to
3 per day to 1 or 2 per month) while achieving my lowest hba1c ever, 5.9%.

 

Exercise and eating are easier with the loop, too. I can set exercise mode
on the app an hour before I begin an exercise, and I rarely go low.

 

When I am eating a meal, if my carbohydrate count is slightly off, the loop
will increase my basal to make up for it, without sacrificing good blood
sugar.

 

Screenshot of graph from Dexcom app

A typical 12-hour graph on my Dexcom continuous glucose monitor (CGM) app.
It is much easier to stay in range with an automated system.

 

The system isn't perfect

The system has been absolutely mind-blowing, and I am so thankful for all of
the smart, kind, and generous people who have shared it with the world, but
it's still not perfect.

 

Since the loop makes basal adjustments based on your CGM readings, the
system is only as strong as your weakest CGM site. Any time I have an error
on my CGM, or a site falls out, the loop will disconnect.

 

This also happens every 10 days when it's time to change to a new CGM site
during the 2 hour warmup period where you do not have blood sugar readings.

 

Additionally, sometimes CGM readings can be off or completely wrong, in
which case your pump is making adjustments on faulty data.

 

Christine holding iPhone and RileyLInk 

Posing with the full hybrid-closed loop system, which includes the
RileyLink, iPhone where the Loop app runs, and Dexcom sensor (out of the
photo; on my abdomen). I use the Omnipod system for my insulin pump, and I
am wearing a pod on my arm.

 

So thankful for this life-changing technology

In the end, looping has only made my life with diabetes easier. I get to
live a more carefree existence, one where I don't have to micromanage my
care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

 

When I'm hiking with my husband in the mountains of Colorado or on vacation
at the beach, I trust that my blood sugar is quietly humming along in the
background, and I worry about going low and high less often.

 

It feels great to know that the technology I trust is making dosing
decisions based on the amount of insulin I already have "on board", what my
correction factors are, and what time of day it is, and it creates more
space in my brain for other, non-diabetes related things, like life, work,
family, and fun.

 

 

I am anxious for an FDA-approved tubeless hybrid closed-loop insulin system
(not to mention a cure!), but until then, I'm a bonafide looper.

 

 

 

"I am not lost, for I know where I am. But however, where I am may be lost."
-  Winnie the Pooh

 

From joystigile at gmail.com  Tue Jun 17 22:02:12 2025
From: joystigile at gmail.com (joystigile at gmail.com)
Date: Tue, 17 Jun 2025 15:02:12 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] annual meeting
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Hi Debbie,
I  would love to hear from a Tandem Mobi educator .
Thanks, Joy


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Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] annual meeting

Is there any topic that you would like to see on our agenda this year?

Warmly,

Debbie

This note is to confirm your session at convention this year. 

 

Thu, 7/10/2025

1:00:00 PM - 5:00:00 PM

Diabetes Action Network Division Meeting

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From stanley7709 at gmail.com  Tue Jun 24 09:41:55 2025
From: stanley7709 at gmail.com (Steve Cook)
Date: Tue, 24 Jun 2025 05:41:55 -0400
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] FW: [NFBF-L] ACCESSIBLE DIABETES DEVICES is the next
 workshop from the florida outreach center for the blind
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Steve Cook

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Subject: [NFBF-L] ACCESSIBLE DIABETES DEVICES is the next workshop from the florida outreach center for the blind

 

 

Please pass this on to others as this is an important topic. In addition the workshop will be recorded.

 

 

FREE ZOOM WORKSHOP ON ACCESSIBLE DIABETES DEVICES

 

Thursday, June 26, 2025

2PM to 330PM (EST)  

 

Join the Florida Outreach Center for the Blind for an informative ZOOM lecture with special guests, TOM TOBIN, PATRICIA MADDIX, & VERONICA ELSEA.

 

Our guests are with the Accessible Insulin Pump Task Force, formed several years ago to advocate for the accessibility of insulin pumps and other devices.  Chairman Veronica Elsea will explain what this group has been doing and the success it has had so far. Tom Tobin will discuss other advocacy efforts including governmental legislation, working with health professionals, and encouraging patients to advocate for their personal needs.

 

Over the past three years, the Taskforce has worked with Tandem and Insulet, both insulin pump manufacturers, to make their Durable Medical Equipment, DME, more accessible to blind and low vision diabetics and they’ve had great success! So much so, that they now have individuals using the Tandem Mobi and Insulet Omnipod Five insulin pumps, completely independently!

 

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From gbengt20 at live.com  Mon Jun 30 14:44:06 2025
From: gbengt20 at live.com (Gayle bengtson)
Date: Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:44:06 +0000
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] question-subscribed
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hi, I have a new computer with windows 11. I'm wondering if I'm still subscribed to the dan list? I haven't seen any email in a long time. Please let me know. Thanks. Gayle

From mota1252 at gmail.com  Mon Jun 30 15:03:04 2025
From: mota1252 at gmail.com (Milton Ota)
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Yes, you are still subscribed.

If you haven't heard or read a message from David Andrews, there is some kind of problem happening with the mailman software that delivers all the messages on nfbnet.org and the problem is being worked on. Hopefully you got this message as your message came across.

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From lfitz50 at gmail.com  Mon Jun 30 15:57:37 2025
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Date: Mon, 30 Jun 2025 08:57:37 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] question-subscribed
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You are on it.  It's just been very quiet.

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From gbengt20 at live.com  Mon Jun 30 16:39:52 2025
From: gbengt20 at live.com (Gayle bengtson)
Date: Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:39:52 +0000
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] haven't seen email
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    hi, I haven't seen any email from diabetes talk. I have a new computer with Windows 11. Please help. Thanks. Gayle

From debbiewunder at charter.net  Mon Jun 30 16:55:43 2025
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Date: Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:55:43 -0500
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] haven't seen email
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Hi Gayl. Yes your messages are getting through. There has not been a great deal of activity lately, I am guessing maybe that is because many folks are getting ready for the national convention.

Debbie

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From mad.tewe at gmail.com  Mon Jun 30 17:30:59 2025
From: mad.tewe at gmail.com (Veronica Smith)
Date: Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:30:59 -0600
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] question-subscribed
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Gail, I haven't yet jumped the line and  started using Windows 11. As a blind person, is it accessible?

Veronica

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From mad.tewe at gmail.com  Mon Jun 30 17:29:30 2025
From: mad.tewe at gmail.com (Veronica Smith)
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Hi Gail. You are still here. 

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From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Gayle bengtson via Diabetes-Talk
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hi, I have a new computer with windows 11. I'm wondering if I'm still subscribed to the dan list? I haven't seen any email in a long time. Please let me know. Thanks. Gayle
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From gmelconian619 at gmail.com  Mon Jun 30 20:08:12 2025
From: gmelconian619 at gmail.com (gmelconian619 at gmail.com)
Date: Mon, 30 Jun 2025 13:08:12 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] question-subscribed
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Yes, its fully accessible.its just a continuation of windows 10.  Just a naming and branding scheme from microsoft .  

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From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Veronica Smith via Diabetes-Talk
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Gail, I haven't yet jumped the line and  started using Windows 11. As a blind person, is it accessible?

Veronica

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hi, I have a new computer with windows 11. I'm wondering if I'm still subscribed to the dan list? I haven't seen any email in a long time. Please let me know. Thanks. Gayle _______________________________________________
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From pmaddix at comcast.net  Mon Jun 30 21:54:54 2025
From: pmaddix at comcast.net (Patricia Maddix)
Date: Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:54:54 -0700
Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] Fwd: [Florida Outreach Center] accessible diabetes
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