Monthly Archives: November 2019

Thankful for CDN

Posted on November 28, 2019 by janekdickinson

It’s Thanksgiving, and instead of writing about carbs, like I often (usually) do, I want to say that I’m thankful for the College Diabetes Network (CDN). I recently came across some journals and letters I wrote during college. I also have … Continue reading →

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CGM coverage

Posted on November 22, 2019 by janekdickinson

Over thirteen years ago it became possible to have a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) for personal use and now more and more people are using them. Continuous glucose monitoring (also CGM) has gotten so good (reliable/accurate) that I’m even using … Continue reading →

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Solidarity in Diabetes

Posted on November 14, 2019 by janekdickinson

I saw a post on Facebook that says, “Type one diabetes, not caused by eating too much sugar or lifestyle.” I immediately (and somewhat frantically) typed this response: Type 2 diabetes is also not caused by eating too much sugar … Continue reading →

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Time Spent on Health Care Bills

Posted on November 6, 2019 by janekdickinson

I was going to post this article two weeks ago and decided to wait. In that time I’ve spent (no joke) 5 more hours on the phone with my health insurance company and with my provider’s billing office. Insurance people … Continue reading →

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