# Latest **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=5 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 6 --- ## [Dexcom g7 FAIL](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g7-fail/15724)
**Author:** [@Mariethm](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Mariethm)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2026, 2:03am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g7-fail/15724 "2026-05-18T02:03:54Z")
I just had 2 dexcom g7 sensors in a row fail at warm-up. Turns out neither had the wire that goes in! Oddly, they did not want them returned for inspection. Now I’ll be checking each one prior to insertion. --- ## [Why I have unsubscribed to FUD notifications](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/why-i-have-unsubscribed-to-fud-notifications/15852)
**Author:** [@DavidSpector](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/DavidSpector)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2026, 11:29pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/why-i-have-unsubscribed-to-fud-notifications/15852 "2026-05-15T23:29:45Z")
I just wanted to say that it is my opinion that Type 1 is very special as compared to Type 2 (I’m T2). It deserves its own exclusive website. I’m seeing that most new postings are about Type 1, as they should be, but the… --- ## [TruSteel canula shortage](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/trusteel-canula-shortage/16049)
**Author:** [@sarahd](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/sarahd)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2026, 2:01pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/trusteel-canula-shortage/16049 "2026-05-15T14:01:04Z")
Anyone have any updates as to when Byram Medical will ship the TruSteel infusion sets? We’re almost 2 full order behind. Anywhere else Medicare pts can get them? --- ## [My email notifications are incorrect](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/my-email-notifications-are-incorrect/16048)
**Author:** [@DavidSpector](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/DavidSpector)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2026, 11:30am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/my-email-notifications-are-incorrect/16048 "2026-05-15T11:30:53Z")
I receive email summaries of FUD postings, but they are all for T1s. I have T2. Is there anything I can do about this, or should I leave FUD? --- ## [Darn mice](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/darn-mice/15973)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2026, 12:34am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/darn-mice/15973 "2026-05-15T00:34:21Z")
--- ## [FOTF and other Spikes](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/fotf-and-other-spikes/12386)
**Author:** [@daisymae](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/daisymae)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2026, 6:26pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/fotf-and-other-spikes/12386 "2026-05-14T18:26:36Z")
DO YOU HAVE FOOT ON THE FLOOR (FOTF)? Although I have only experienced this before for a very brief time, it has come back and seems like it is around to stay. My endo was not particularly helpful with suggestions, but … --- ## [670G: Auto Mode, OMG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/670g-auto-mode-omg/1889)
**Author:** [@drbbennett](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/drbbennett)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2026, 5:53pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/670g-auto-mode-omg/1889 "2026-05-14T17:53:05Z")
So I started auto mode just this week (Tues., Sep 5, for the sake of the archives). I also have a thread going on TUD about this, but @sam asked if I’d start one here, and I know some people favor this space over that on… --- ## [Setting multiple CGM alarms on iOS and Android?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/setting-multiple-cgm-alarms-on-ios-and-android/16039)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2026, 12:24am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/setting-multiple-cgm-alarms-on-ios-and-android/16039 "2026-05-14T00:24:44Z")
I am on Android and I use Nightwatch to follow my son’s Dexcom, and set up multiple levels of alarming. For instance, I can have a low alarm at 55, another at 45, and another at 40. I can also customize how low these ala… --- ## [Hydrocortisone](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/hydrocortisone/16034)
**Author:** [@TTnyc](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TTnyc)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2026, 6:27pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/hydrocortisone/16034 "2026-05-13T18:27:24Z")
A doctor prescribed hydrocortisone for a skin issue I’m having. I’ll be using a small amount (pea-sized). On the couple of occasions where I’ve had a steroid injected, it’s been a nightmare blood-sugar wise. I’m guessi… --- ## [Poking With Verisoft Infusers](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/poking-with-verisoft-infusers/16038)
**Author:** [@cogdog](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/cogdog)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2026, 2:52pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/poking-with-verisoft-infusers/16038 "2026-05-10T14:52:07Z")
I got the notice from Tandem on the shortage of TruSteel infusers, but was able to get a box in April and was still able to order in April. They called to say they could not send them and asked me what I wanted as repla… --- ## [Travelling with Dexcom and Omnipod](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/travelling-with-dexcom-and-omnipod/15954)
**Author:** [@jane-d](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jane-d)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2026, 3:39am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/travelling-with-dexcom-and-omnipod/15954 "2026-05-10T03:39:55Z")
My sister moved to Greece and of course wants me to visit her. I use the Dexcom G7 and Omnipod® 5 with my iPhone as my CGM. I’m really hesitant to travel because it just seems that there’s always some kind of an issue wi… --- ## [Omnipod - Correction Factor and Glucose goal range - which has biggest effect (in your real experience)?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-correction-factor-and-glucose-goal-range-which-has-biggest-effect-in-your-real-experience/13700)
**Author:** [@Quadgirl](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Quadgirl)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2026, 3:39am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-correction-factor-and-glucose-goal-range-which-has-biggest-effect-in-your-real-experience/13700 "2026-05-10T03:39:20Z")
Hi all. Since November I have played with all of the settings on this pump. I recently did a reset, and began again with the previous most aggressive numbers I had dialed in, and that still didn’t seem to give me enough… --- ## [More Endo poor quality follow up related to TWIIST pump](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/more-endo-poor-quality-follow-up-related-to-twiist-pump/16027)
**Author:** [@andrea8](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/andrea8)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2026, 12:56am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/more-endo-poor-quality-follow-up-related-to-twiist-pump/16027 "2026-05-10T00:56:30Z")
Spoke to the TWIIST customer service again about my pump insulin cassette showing empty, when it had maybe 65 units insulin left in it. I found out that they have to report all customer concerns and problems to the FDA!… --- ## [Group ride on the new bike](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/group-ride-on-the-new-bike/16036)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2026, 9:59pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/group-ride-on-the-new-bike/16036 "2026-05-09T21:59:15Z")
I’ve had poor results using T:Slim exercise mode, but stationary cycling has dropped me approaching hypo in 30 minutes. Not wanting to have to stop and eat I tried it again. Worked a charm. 30.6 miles in 2 hours and 7 m… --- ## [The new interrogation now required to get Sensors replaced](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-new-interrogation-now-required-to-get-sensors-replaced/15866)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2026, 3:23pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-new-interrogation-now-required-to-get-sensors-replaced/15866 "2026-05-09T15:23:21Z")
It used to be a 30-second process to fill out the form…now it is a 25-minute process where you’re asked every question under the sun. \< tech support live chat transcript \> By continuing with our online support request,… --- ## [Apple or Android watch alone with Dexcom G6?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/apple-or-android-watch-alone-with-dexcom-g6/6060)
**Author:** [@anneteeter](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/anneteeter)\ **Replies:** 117\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2026, 1:25am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/apple-or-android-watch-alone-with-dexcom-g6/6060 "2026-05-09T01:25:36Z")
--- ## [One Year on Third Pump](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/one-year-on-third-pump/15972)
**Author:** [@cogdog](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/cogdog)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2026, 1:25am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/one-year-on-third-pump/15972 "2026-05-09T01:25:15Z")
Twenty rears ago I made the leap from MDI to a Medtronic Mini-med pump, A year ago January, I made a move to my third pump, tandem t:slim and it’s been a game changer for my T1D. Wrote up on it I forgot to include tha… --- ## [1st real bicycle ride since my wife’s stroke and death](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/1st-real-bicycle-ride-since-my-wife-s-stroke-and-death/15951)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2026, 8:55pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/1st-real-bicycle-ride-since-my-wife-s-stroke-and-death/15951 "2026-05-06T20:55:46Z")
Exercise, especially bicycling has been number one in managing BG in the 36 years since being diagnosed as T2DM. There are a lot of stress relieving activities, for me, being out on my bike is the best. I have been cycl… --- ## [Still minimal follow-up from endo](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/still-minimal-follow-up-from-endo/15953)
**Author:** [@andrea8](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/andrea8)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2026, 8:05pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/still-minimal-follow-up-from-endo/15953 "2026-05-06T20:05:06Z")
I have had the Twiist AID pump since Oct, 2025. Had the Twiist trainer do a two hour prep and then declare that “you are done with training, now go to Twiist customer service”. Twiist service is excellent and I have ca… --- ## [Update on my difficulties with endos](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/update-on-my-difficulties-with-endos/16005)
**Author:** [@andrea8](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/andrea8)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2026, 8:03pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/update-on-my-difficulties-with-endos/16005 "2026-05-06T20:03:05Z")
I finally got an appt. with my endo after over 7 months. I had not been informed of an appt. so I called and was told I had one in a week. I had gotten my TWIIST AID pump in December and did not even see the doctor tha… --- ## [Watching the Tandem Little Steps](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/watching-the-tandem-little-steps/16007)
**Author:** [@cogdog](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/cogdog)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2026, 3:15pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/watching-the-tandem-little-steps/16007 "2026-05-05T15:15:10Z")
A little over a year into using Tandem t/slim I’ve grown appreciative of how the mobile app shows its basal adjustments at a fine scale, dialing back to 0 on the low and gently increasing as it climbs the upper end of go… --- ## [Consolidating garbage run and doctor’s appointment to save gas](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/consolidating-garbage-run-and-doctor-s-appointment-to-save-gas/15989)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2026, 2:55am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/consolidating-garbage-run-and-doctor-s-appointment-to-save-gas/15989 "2026-05-05T02:55:50Z")
Living rural has its pros and cons. One of the cons is having to deal with garbage. Of the many empty boxes was an unopened box of Tandem infusion sets. There had been a flag at CCS medical that substitutions may be nece… --- ## [I found this during a failed attempt to find our coffee grinder](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/i-found-this-during-a-failed-attempt-to-find-our-coffee-grinder/15993)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2026, 10:25pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/i-found-this-during-a-failed-attempt-to-find-our-coffee-grinder/15993 "2026-05-04T22:25:55Z")
This might cause nightmares to some of the older T1s​:smiling\_face\_with\_horns::ogre::rofl: It’s was actually used my me years ago to vaccinate our goats. Quit when doing an IM injection in the hind leg of a goat when… --- ## [Things People Say to Diabetics](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/things-people-say-to-diabetics/15750)
**Author:** [@Brianna1](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Brianna1)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2026, 2:31am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/things-people-say-to-diabetics/15750 "2026-05-04T02:31:27Z")
I know that everyone here has at some point had someone say something ridiculous, silly, offensive, or downright ignorant about their diabetes. I go to classes at a dance studio and was at a social function there this w… --- ## [Dexcom G7](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g7/15925)
**Author:** [@diabetic101](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/diabetic101)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2026, 2:26am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g7/15925 "2026-05-04T02:26:35Z")
If you have used G7, what is your opinion of it. I am still on G6 and have not switched yet although they keep emailing me that I’m gonna have to soon. But it’s gonna take a while cause I have lots of transmitters and se… --- ## [Omnipod 5 some pods recalled](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-some-pods-recalled/16012)
**Author:** [@Marie](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Marie)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2026, 8:24am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-some-pods-recalled/16012 "2026-05-03T08:24:08Z")
Just got an email today with an update. (April 29th 2026) Insulin Pump Recall: Insulet Removes Certain Omnipod 5 Pods The FDA has updated the communication “Insulin Pump Recall: Insulet Removes Certain Omnipod 5 Pods” t… --- ## [Diabetes support groups](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/diabetes-support-groups/16020)
**Author:** [@Rphil2](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Rphil2)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2026, 3:49pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/diabetes-support-groups/16020 "2026-05-02T15:49:20Z")
Is anyone part of a multitype Diabetes support group? I am a T1 but would like to start a Diabetes support group that is multi-type and meets 6-8 times per year. If you are: what sustains the group, what topics have you… --- ## [Effectiveness of NovoLog vs Humalog in a pump](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/effectiveness-of-novolog-vs-humalog-in-a-pump/10978)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2026, 12:16pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/effectiveness-of-novolog-vs-humalog-in-a-pump/10978 "2026-05-02T12:16:03Z")
This was brought up on a different thread yesterday. Actually it’s brought up quite often in discussion. So I wanted to post it here for reference and I thought it would be good to have all the studies referenced easily. … --- ## [Dexcom 15 Day Receiver](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-15-day-receiver/15979)
**Author:** [@Josie](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Josie)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2026, 10:26am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-15-day-receiver/15979 "2026-05-01T10:26:36Z")
I contacted Dexcom to check if I needed a new receiver when I transition to the 15 day. The agent said no but it would need an update. I took a couple of screenshots to share here in case anyone was wondering. I don’t u… --- ## [Liam and I are working on an educational YT channel - "T1D Academy"](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/liam-and-i-are-working-on-an-educational-yt-channel-t1d-academy/15828)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2026, 5:12pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/liam-and-i-are-working-on-an-educational-yt-channel-t1d-academy/15828 "2026-04-30T17:12:22Z")
I wanted to share something @Liam-M and I have been working toward for a while now, and that’s finally starting to take shape. When he was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes, Erin and I had no family history, no roadmap, an… [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=4) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=6)