# Latest **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=10 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 11 --- ## [1980s Glucose meters](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/1980s-glucose-meters/1657)
**Author:** [@Aaron](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Aaron)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2026, 7:20pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/1980s-glucose-meters/1657 "2026-01-03T19:20:41Z")
--- ## [Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/merry-christmas-happy-holidays-and-a-happy-new-year/14309)
**Author:** [@Marie](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Marie)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2026, 6:50pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/merry-christmas-happy-holidays-and-a-happy-new-year/14309 "2026-01-03T18:50:17Z")
May everyone have a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Have a very safe and sound New Year! And may you eat the food you want and your blood sugars mostly behave!!! --- ## [Year end cycling log](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/year-end-cycling-log/15716)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2026, 4:03pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/year-end-cycling-log/15716 "2026-01-03T16:03:31Z")
I’ve mostly been indoor stationary riding. While it’s not as good as riding on the road for mental wellbeing it is helpful. It also helps to stabilize blood glucose levels. I logged 2,035 miles in 2025 well behind 2024. … --- ## [Unicorn](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/unicorn/15706)
**Author:** [@mohe0001](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/mohe0001)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2026, 3:18pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/unicorn/15706 "2026-01-03T15:18:35Z")
Can anyone find the distribution for a1c in diabetics across the U.S. for T1s and T2s? What percentage of the population achieves an a1c below 7 for both T1 and T2? I’m also wondering if these statistics have changed w… --- ## [Request: on the hunt for a local-to-me (Boston) G6 RECEIVER](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/request-on-the-hunt-for-a-local-to-me-boston-g6-receiver/15668)
**Author:** [@JessicaD](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/JessicaD)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2025, 2:40am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/request-on-the-hunt-for-a-local-to-me-boston-g6-receiver/15668 "2025-12-29T02:40:18Z")
Hi – wondering if any of our Boston-ish Ds might have a G6 receiver (the mini iPhone like device that shows BS levels instead of using the app on your phone) that I could use for a bit? Thanks in advance for poking thro… --- ## [An experiment, My take on Guinness and beef](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/an-experiment-my-take-on-guinness-and-beef/15693)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2025, 6:49pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/an-experiment-my-take-on-guinness-and-beef/15693 "2025-12-24T18:49:53Z")
Back story, my wife and I spent a wonderful month in west County Cork. There this non- beer drinker got a taste for stout, in particular Murphy’s Extra Stout. Not available in my area. Anyway a pint of Guinness brings b… --- ## [One unexpected benefit of cancer treatment](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/one-unexpected-benefit-of-cancer-treatment/15699)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2025, 10:03pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/one-unexpected-benefit-of-cancer-treatment/15699 "2025-12-23T22:03:28Z")
Last January I paid a huge co-pay to the cancer clinic. This must’ve put me over the top, drugs, supplies and doctor visits have been nada. My pump warranty expired the 16th. Today a new pump arrived. I’ll set it up tom… --- ## [Tandem Canceled My Order](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tandem-canceled-my-order/15696)
**Author:** [@Brianna1](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Brianna1)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2025, 3:02pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tandem-canceled-my-order/15696 "2025-12-22T15:02:24Z")
Hi everyone! Happy Holidays! I have a Tandem Mobi pump, and I get my pump supplies directly from Tandem. I have my supplies on auto-reorder, and usually that goes through with no problem. This time, however, it seems th… --- ## [Volunteers](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/volunteers/15667)
**Author:** [@mohe0001](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/mohe0001)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2025, 3:50am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/volunteers/15667 "2025-12-22T03:50:34Z")
If you want to volunteer in a technical capacity or any other, the doctors are on the move. https://tententen.org/sign-the-pledge/ They need all the help they can get now that they are starting to organize. People said t… --- ## [When is 4 is not more than 2? Some AI fun!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/when-is-4-is-not-more-than-2-some-ai-fun/15592)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2025, 3:22am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/when-is-4-is-not-more-than-2-some-ai-fun/15592 "2025-12-22T03:22:31Z")
It’s funny how you can just rephrase your question to get a different answer. Based on these answers, you can keep a thawed turkey in the refrigerator for 4 days but not more than 2… So I guess that means 3 days is out… --- ## [The governor who has made (almost) all the right moves](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-governor-who-has-made-almost-all-the-right-moves/9592)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2025, 1:33am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-governor-who-has-made-almost-all-the-right-moves/9592 "2025-12-22T01:33:42Z")
Interesting article on the BBC about Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine: Coronavirus: The US governor who saw it coming early - BBC News It looks like he has done a remarkably good job. --- ## [FYI. Libre 3/Libre+ users](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/fyi-libre-3-libre-users/15637)
**Author:** [@elver](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/elver)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2025, 6:25pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/fyi-libre-3-libre-users/15637 "2025-12-21T18:25:36Z")
In CBS News today about potential malfunctioning sensors from Abbott Labs. Yikes! --- ## [Doctor asks for help](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/doctor-asks-for-help/15690)
**Author:** [@mohe0001](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/mohe0001)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2025, 4:44pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/doctor-asks-for-help/15690 "2025-12-21T16:44:05Z")
I have a doctor asking for help. I told him that I would ask for comment from our community of ‘expert obsessives.’ (I forget which one of you came up with that terminology, but I love it.) Where are our diabetic pharmac… --- ## [Why I don't believe most of the headlines on tech progress in diabetes technology](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/why-i-dont-believe-most-of-the-headlines-on-tech-progress-in-diabetes-technology/15695)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2025, 1:04am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/why-i-dont-believe-most-of-the-headlines-on-tech-progress-in-diabetes-technology/15695 "2025-12-21T01:04:36Z")
… So I do believe a few of them. But very few, and always with a healthy amount of cynicism. What I NEVER believe is the timing implied in the news releases—this brand new technology supposedly will give us this or that … --- ## [How Much Should I Worry](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-much-should-i-worry/15661)
**Author:** [@Elephants22](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Elephants22)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2025, 6:31pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-much-should-i-worry/15661 "2025-12-20T18:31:57Z")
I already posted this in the “tu diabetes” forum but I thought it wouldn’t hurt to ask here too. Thank you to Marie20 for your input! It means a lot. TL;DR : Partner (F19-T1) seems to struggle keeping track of blood sug… --- ## [Medicare Competitive Bidding Process](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/medicare-competitive-bidding-process/15632)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2025, 12:11am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/medicare-competitive-bidding-process/15632 "2025-12-20T00:11:40Z")
I can’t wait to learn how this is going to affect DME stuff like pumps, insulin and infusion sets. Probably CGMs as well. It also will affect choices of ostomy supplies. That means me. One size doesn’t fit all. I tried… --- ## [Spam](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/spam/15697)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2025, 11:18pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/spam/15697 "2025-12-19T23:18:49Z")
I thought this was a funny view of my spam folder. It’s all from the American Diabetes Association asking for donations. Give me a break, ADA. I “give” a little bit every hour of every day! “Help find a cure f… --- ## [Raman spectroscopy device tested](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/raman-spectroscopy-device-tested/15198)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2025, 4:49am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/raman-spectroscopy-device-tested/15198 "2025-12-19T04:49:41Z")
It’s not wearable and does interstitial glucose not BG. But it’s a start. https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-025-95334-x --- ## [T:slim app-ing](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/t-slim-app-ing/15691)
**Author:** [@cogdog](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/cogdog)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2025, 12:25am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/t-slim-app-ing/15691 "2025-12-19T00:25:46Z")
Just spotted in email that the T:slim pump has a mobile app, so I had to download. It does offer a nice quick view of numbers and an option to bolus from phone (just tried, yep it works). That’s fine though it’s cert… --- ## [I didn't expect some of these answers to questions on insurance for CGM](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/i-didnt-expect-some-of-these-answers-to-questions-on-insurance-for-cgm/15692)
**Author:** [@mohe0001](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/mohe0001)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2025, 9:48pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/i-didnt-expect-some-of-these-answers-to-questions-on-insurance-for-cgm/15692 "2025-12-18T21:48:30Z")
Thank you for your interest in our latest webinar where we explored how private insurance coverage of CGMs shapes access to care for people living with diabetes. Watch the recording: Catch up on the discussion and ins… --- ## [Experiences with Fairview Specialty Pharmacy](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/experiences-with-fairview-specialty-pharmacy/15684)
**Author:** [@SAFA1](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/SAFA1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2025, 3:25pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/experiences-with-fairview-specialty-pharmacy/15684 "2025-12-18T15:25:04Z")
Has anyone used for had experience with Fairview Specialty Pharmacy out of Minnesota? I am thinking of changing to them for my Dexcom G7 supplies, but I have been burned by mail-order suppliers in the past, so I would a… --- ## [Claritin D, Inflammation and Hormone Induced Insulin Resistance](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/claritin-d-inflammation-and-hormone-induced-insulin-resistance/15666)
**Author:** [@T1Allison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1Allison)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2025, 1:36pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/claritin-d-inflammation-and-hormone-induced-insulin-resistance/15666 "2025-12-18T13:36:14Z")
So Disclaimers: I could be TOTALLY full of beans here…this could possibly ONLY happen in my body…I am not a doctor…I am not recommending anything to anyone. Just sharing my empirical observations…not sure if there is an… --- ## [AI fills long-vacant diabetes social feedback need](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ai-fills-long-vacant-diabetes-social-feedback-need/15648)
**Author:** [@Terry](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Terry)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2025, 10:15pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ai-fills-long-vacant-diabetes-social-feedback-need/15648 "2025-12-16T22:15:21Z")
I’m comfortably introverted and live alone. I enjoy my time alone but must remain cognizant of social imbalance. Diabetes is a long game that does not end. It’s easy to burn out. We are social creatures, however, and oft… --- ## [The psychological 'drain' of the semi-constant xDrip 'alert' beep](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-psychological-drain-of-the-semi-constant-xdrip-alert-beep/15671)
**Author:** [@john\_coburg](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/john_coburg)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2025, 8:32pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-psychological-drain-of-the-semi-constant-xdrip-alert-beep/15671 "2025-12-16T20:32:41Z")
Greetings all… not been here for a few years, i hope all is well. As usual, managing my T1 is an unmitigating bore/hassle, and as someone with Asperger’s, an anxious/stressed disposition, and a high pressure job in the C… --- ## [Insurance education from Manny](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/insurance-education-from-manny/15674)
**Author:** [@mohe0001](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/mohe0001)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2025, 5:49pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/insurance-education-from-manny/15674 "2025-12-15T17:49:01Z")
The Link Leader 1,522 subscribers Subscribe From confusion to confidence: what we learned about helping young adults navigate insurance Manuel Hernández CEO, The Diabetes Link (FKA, College Diabetes Network); poet … --- ## [Sub 7](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sub-7/15647)
**Author:** [@cogdog](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/cogdog)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2025, 6:27pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sub-7/15647 "2025-12-12T18:27:26Z")
My doc and I were pleased to see my latest A1c come in at 6.7– I have not had one below 7 in 20 years, that was the year I took up running and did a first half marathon. My tandem data is showing latest time in range at … --- ## [Haven’t seen this in about 4 years](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/haven-t-seen-this-in-about-4-years/14723)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2025, 6:21pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/haven-t-seen-this-in-about-4-years/14723 "2025-12-12T18:21:51Z")
@Liam-M had 3 donuts earlier and once he started going up he kept bolusing but it didn’t stop going up. Come to find out, his playing in the water yesterday made the tape very loose around it and although i added more t… --- ## [Supreme Court](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/supreme-court/15654)
**Author:** [@mohe0001](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/mohe0001)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2025, 4:43am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/supreme-court/15654 "2025-12-09T04:43:21Z")
The Supreme Court is currently trying to settle the whole business holding up an FTC ruling about insulin price gouging and PBM market fixing. FTC case: FTC Sues Prescription Drug Middlemen for Artificially Inflating In… --- ## [Non-invasive glucose monitoring from MIT](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/non-invasive-glucose-monitoring-from-mit/15655)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2025, 4:05am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/non-invasive-glucose-monitoring-from-mit/15655 "2025-12-09T04:05:51Z")
This one may have some legs: Noninvasive imaging could replace finger pricks for people with diabetes | MIT News | Massachusetts Institute of Technology "The MIT team used Raman spectroscopy — a technique that reveals t… --- ## [News from California](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/news-from-california/15629)
**Author:** [@ned](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ned)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2025, 6:32pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/news-from-california/15629 "2025-12-08T18:32:00Z")
From the San Francisco Chronicle about laws taking effect on Jan 1 2026: Senate Bill 40 by Sen. Scott Wiener, D-San Francisco, will require large health insurers regulated by the state to cap insulin copays to $35 for … [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=9) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=11)