# Latest **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=174 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 175 --- ## [Blueborne malware: impact on Omnipod Dash?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/blueborne-malware-impact-on-omnipod-dash/2000)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2017, 5:06am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/blueborne-malware-impact-on-omnipod-dash/2000 "2017-09-15T05:06:00Z")
What do you think will be the impact of this finding \[BlueBorne Android malware\] on the OmniPod Dash system? They are using the Android platform. They have done clinical trials already, but if they were doing their clin… --- ## [Overnight lows WITHOUT basal?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/overnight-lows-without-basal/1461)
**Author:** [@Pianoplayer7008](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Pianoplayer7008)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2017, 3:10am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/overnight-lows-without-basal/1461 "2017-09-15T03:10:25Z")
So I just did a 1 week trial on a Medtronic CGM. I got the report this morning - seems I went low (\<70, lowest was 51) 7/8 nights, usually around 6am but also a couple days it was up and down throughout the night. I’m no… --- ## [What is the average A1c of T1D patients: study](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/what-is-the-average-a1c-of-t1d-patients-study/1129)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2017, 10:48pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/what-is-the-average-a1c-of-t1d-patients-study/1129 "2017-09-14T22:48:52Z")
Here is what it looks like by age (as of 2015): \[image\] The poor performance of late teens and young adults is striking. In each age group, how many reach the recommended therapeutic goals (7.5% under age 19, 7% ab… --- ## [Tandem T-flex](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tandem-t-flex/1960)
**Author:** [@Gary](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Gary)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2017, 10:39pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tandem-t-flex/1960 "2017-09-14T22:39:53Z")
@Eric ask me a while back to post my impressions of my new Tandem T-Flex I am really enjoying the touchscreen interface of my Tandem pump, I dreaded losing the linked meter I had with my Medtronic but with the touch scr… --- ## [How to use 70/30](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-to-use-70-30/1981)
**Author:** [@Sam](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Sam)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2017, 10:00pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-to-use-70-30/1981 "2017-09-14T22:00:04Z")
70/30 is among the insulins available without rx for only $25 / vial. What would be a good baseline protocol in an emergency to survive on 70/30? I’m assuming that most people don’t have an indefinite supply of strips … --- ## [A far-out idea about tracking infusion/ dexcom sites?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-far-out-idea-about-tracking-infusion-dexcom-sites/1983)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2017, 8:36pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-far-out-idea-about-tracking-infusion-dexcom-sites/1983 "2017-09-14T20:36:40Z")
Before I discuss it with my wife, I thought I would ask you all to bang on this idea and see if it can be debunked :slight\_smile: We have a difficult time keeping track of Dexcom sites (and now Pod sites) over the long … --- ## [Runkeeper](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/runkeeper/1958)
**Author:** [@EricH](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/EricH)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2017, 7:28pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/runkeeper/1958 "2017-09-14T19:28:28Z")
Hi all, I use Runkeeper to track activities (runs, bike rides, walks, hikes). I would be interested in “following” you guys and “sharing” my activities to provide encouragement and such. It’s free for iOS and Android. … --- ## [Insulin pre-bolus: a necessary technique for flatlining](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/insulin-pre-bolus-a-necessary-technique-for-flatlining/1969)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2017, 6:21pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/insulin-pre-bolus-a-necessary-technique-for-flatlining/1969 "2017-09-14T18:21:05Z")
A well-timed pre-bolus can do a great job with many meals! We find that there is no way we can stop meal spikes unless we do a good job pre-bolusing. First, we established how long it takes us for our insulin to become … --- ## [Growing up with diabetes: what parents fear](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/growing-up-with-diabetes-what-parents-fear/1014)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2017, 5:57pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/growing-up-with-diabetes-what-parents-fear/1014 "2017-09-14T17:57:27Z")
All the horror stories I hear and read about...My biggest fear is my son...Giving up... When he's old enough to make his own decisions. That would kill me too. --- ## [Diagnosis, Stupidity, and Bravery](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/diagnosis-stupidity-and-bravery/664)
**Author:** [@Chris](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Chris)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2017, 5:54pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/diagnosis-stupidity-and-bravery/664 "2017-09-14T17:54:15Z")
Around Thanksgiving we noticed our 12 year old son acting lethargic. Unfortunately, this wasn't all that different from years past. Our usual pattern is...school starts, viruses get passed around, kids get sick, parent… --- ## [Making your BG meter show high or low](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/making-your-bg-meter-show-high-or-low/1984)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2017, 5:32pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/making-your-bg-meter-show-high-or-low/1984 "2017-09-14T17:32:56Z")
In a perfect world, treatment decisions would be made by you and your doctor, nobody else. Suppose you want a certain meter reading. If you wanted a BG meter to show high or low results, control solution will indicate … --- ## [Food scale-- how to use it and is it worth it?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/food-scale-how-to-use-it-and-is-it-worth-it/1223)
**Author:** [@Irish](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Irish)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2017, 3:53pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/food-scale-how-to-use-it-and-is-it-worth-it/1223 "2017-09-14T15:53:28Z")
At this point a food scale seems like an additional intrusion, but I'd love to know what the general forum consensus is on it. --- ## [EK Tools Tag Punch Classic for Dexcom G4/G5 sensor](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ek-tools-tag-punch-classic-for-dexcom-g4-g5-sensor/1799)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2017, 3:43am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ek-tools-tag-punch-classic-for-dexcom-g4-g5-sensor/1799 "2017-09-14T03:43:54Z")
This punch has surfaced several times in threads at FUD, most recently on the Dextape thread. It has the perfect shape for a Dexcom G4/G5 sensor, and allows you to punch adhesives (such as Tegaderm or Opsite Flexifix) so… --- ## [Of all the ridiculous hoops](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/of-all-the-ridiculous-hoops/1966)
**Author:** [@Pianoplayer7008](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Pianoplayer7008)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2017, 11:52pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/of-all-the-ridiculous-hoops/1966 "2017-09-13T23:52:59Z")
Can I just rant about doctors and insurance for a second? I am sick and tired of having to prove that my BG is poorly managed one way before they’ll let me try another way - is this how it always is?! In pregnancy, my MF… --- ## [Slow Down!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/slow-down/1973)
**Author:** [@docslotnick](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/docslotnick)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2017, 11:31pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/slow-down/1973 "2017-09-13T23:31:27Z")
I’m having an extraordinarily busy day at work, lots of emergencies ( must be a full moon). I’ve only had a couple of moments to read a few posts and give a few likes. Now I have about two minutes and I see there are fi… --- ## [Our latest endo visit today](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/our-latest-endo-visit-today/1968)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2017, 8:12pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/our-latest-endo-visit-today/1968 "2017-09-13T20:12:21Z")
It’s like a meeting with the Big Bad Wolf for all of us, isn’t it? We had our visit this morning, and I always dread it. It is amazing how what we all get in these visits is almost completely negative feedback. Ours did… --- ## [Apple Event yesterday](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/apple-event-yesterday/1965)
**Author:** [@mikep](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/mikep)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2017, 8:02pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/apple-event-yesterday/1965 "2017-09-13T20:02:38Z")
Anyone else watch it??? They made mention of the Apple Watch paired with a glucose sensor and how it helps parents keep track of their young daughters numbers. Very cool!!! --- ## [Ideal BG range?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ideal-bg-range/1911)
**Author:** [@Pianoplayer7008](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Pianoplayer7008)\ **Replies:** 64\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2017, 5:23pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ideal-bg-range/1911 "2017-09-13T17:23:05Z")
I’ve been wondering, what’s everyone’s goal BG range? What’s best to try to stick to for minimal complications in the long run? In pregnancy I was told to stay \<95 fasting and \<140 1 hr post-prandial/\<120 @2 hrs, so that… --- ## [Another "Research" Gem From--Reader's Digest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/another-research-gem-from-readers-digest/1902)
**Author:** [@docslotnick](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/docslotnick)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2017, 3:11pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/another-research-gem-from-readers-digest/1902 "2017-09-13T15:11:10Z")
More groundbreaking diabetes news from that paragon publication of science. Does anyone else sense a pattern? --- ## [Thai food and BG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/thai-food-and-bg/1946)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2017, 3:16am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/thai-food-and-bg/1946 "2017-09-13T03:16:24Z")
--- ## [New Gtabs](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-gtabs/1888)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2017, 12:50am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-gtabs/1888 "2017-09-13T00:50:19Z")
I know there are a lot of Gtab users here. I found these especially for you, @daisymae! :stuck\_out\_tongue\_winking\_eye: \[image\] --- ## [Das Deutsche Zimmer! \*\*Nur Deutsche Hier Gesprochen\*\*](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/das-deutsche-zimmer-nur-deutsche-hier-gesprochen/1955)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2017, 10:52pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/das-deutsche-zimmer-nur-deutsche-hier-gesprochen/1955 "2017-09-12T22:52:08Z")
Während diesen forum sind English, ich wollte schaffen ein raum…oder thread, wo nur Deutsch gesprochen werden kann. Wenn du in diesem Raum sprichst, müssen sie Deutsch sprechen! Es ist nur fur spass! Warum nicht! Deu… --- ## [What's up with my A1c?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/whats-up-with-my-a1c/1934)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2017, 5:43pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/whats-up-with-my-a1c/1934 "2017-09-12T17:43:49Z")
So I’ve been on the OmniPod since the end of May and the estimated average glucose calculated in Glooko is running at 124. The pump trainer last week looked at my trend info and was very excited about the improvements in… --- ## [A rookie's questions for pen users - am I doing this right?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-rookies-questions-for-pen-users-am-i-doing-this-right/1871)
**Author:** [@Annette13](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Annette13)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2017, 5:00pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-rookies-questions-for-pen-users-am-i-doing-this-right/1871 "2017-09-12T17:00:19Z")
I use a Levimir pen for my basal with the shortest needles (4mm, I think). I am still new at this and figuring things out. My D-nurse told me if I bruise at the injection site it indicates that I am pressing too hard… --- ## [I watched this tonight and it brought back lots of memories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/i-watched-this-tonight-and-it-brought-back-lots-of-memories/1944)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2017, 5:51am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/i-watched-this-tonight-and-it-brought-back-lots-of-memories/1944 "2017-09-12T05:51:48Z")
If you watch this and can relate, then congratulations! You know what it’s like to be poor! lol. I related to 95% of those foods. Poor Kids Diet --- ## [Storm's a-comin'](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/storms-a-comin/1915)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2017, 5:44am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/storms-a-comin/1915 "2017-09-12T05:44:54Z")
This is my local grocery store. They still had everything else, except these two things… The bread aisle: \[image\] The bottled water aisle: \[image\] What is it about a storm that makes people forget how to eat and dri… --- ## [Wow, don't think I could have gotten this had I actually planned for it](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/wow-dont-think-i-could-have-gotten-this-had-i-actually-planned-for-it/1940)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2017, 11:22pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/wow-dont-think-i-could-have-gotten-this-had-i-actually-planned-for-it/1940 "2017-09-11T23:22:24Z")
https://forum.fudiabetes.org/badges/46/aficionado?username=claudndaye --- ## [The shady tactics of big pharma](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-shady-tactics-of-big-pharma/1936)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2017, 6:46pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-shady-tactics-of-big-pharma/1936 "2017-09-11T18:46:42Z")
In general I think most people who work on developing drugs in big pharma have the right interests, at least during drug development. But this article really ticked me off: --- ## [Got myself a shiny new](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/got-myself-a-shiny-new/1923)
**Author:** [@Pianoplayer7008](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Pianoplayer7008)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2017, 5:59pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/got-myself-a-shiny-new/1923 "2017-09-11T17:59:52Z")
…Echo Pen! I’m ridiculously excited about this pen and have to share, lol! Funny story…so I got a notification that something wasn’t covered by insurance - oh, boy. I get to the pharmacy (cough days later…about to run ou… --- ## [How much should basals on the pump account for?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-much-should-basals-on-the-pump-account-for/1913)
**Author:** [@type1\_toddler](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/type1_toddler)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2017, 5:35pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-much-should-basals-on-the-pump-account-for/1913 "2017-09-11T17:35:30Z")
I recently heard they should account for 50%! We are not very close to that at all but have been working on basals for a couple months, making smaller adjustments. My daughter seems to vary between crashing all night to … [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=173) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=175)