# Latest **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=64 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 65 --- ## [When does "transmitter will expire after the next insertion" actually expire?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/when-does-transmitter-will-expire-after-the-next-insertion-actually-expire/11615)
**Author:** [@SteveMann](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/SteveMann)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2021, 1:39am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/when-does-transmitter-will-expire-after-the-next-insertion-actually-expire/11615 "2021-07-23T01:39:36Z")
You would think that being on the Dexcom G6 for two plus years I would know the answer to this. But I have always had some transmitters on-hand, so the “transmitter expires soon” message (or whatever it said) never regis… --- ## [VDISC study](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/vdisc-study/11587)
**Author:** [@mike\_g](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/mike_g)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2021, 4:25am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/vdisc-study/11587 "2021-07-20T04:25:38Z")
You may have already seen this, but here is a study trialing virtual diabetes management: https://studies.jaeb.org/ndocs/vdisc/Participant/ProtocolVDiSC/VDiSCInfo.aspx I believe they set you up with a Dexcom for a year… --- ## [Dexcom G6 best practices](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-best-practices/11197)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 68\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2021, 3:19am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-best-practices/11197 "2021-07-20T03:19:37Z")
I started out great on the G6, with decent accuracy, ability to restart and stretch sensor life a few extra days, and trouble free CGMing. The good times lasted about 5 months and came to a halt with my last 4 sensors. E… --- ## [My Dexcom cannot be quieted!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/my-dexcom-cannot-be-quieted/11605)
**Author:** [@bob.carlson](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bob.carlson)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2021, 1:51am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/my-dexcom-cannot-be-quieted/11605 "2021-07-20T01:51:36Z")
Anyone had this problem? I’m using an iPhone XR and recently I have been unable to turn down the volume of Dexcom G6 alarms. Even with (I think) every volume control turned to the lowest possible volume before it becomes… --- ## [Any way to detect Omnipod needle not retracting?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/any-way-to-detect-omnipod-needle-not-retracting/11601)
**Author:** [@EdD](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/EdD)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2021, 12:11pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/any-way-to-detect-omnipod-needle-not-retracting/11601 "2021-07-19T12:11:13Z")
Just removed onmipod (pod) from my daughter and found the needle not retracted. I imagine is was significantly more painful than the normal pump cannula. Anyone else have this problem recently? Is there any way to know… --- ## [Patches for your devices](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/patches-for-your-devices/11588)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2021, 6:29pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/patches-for-your-devices/11588 "2021-07-17T18:29:38Z")
Nice review of cgm and pump patches currently available. --- ## [Did something dumb with my transmitter](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/did-something-dumb-with-my-transmitter/11576)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2021, 6:25pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/did-something-dumb-with-my-transmitter/11576 "2021-07-17T18:25:59Z")
I threw it out. :man\_facepalming: Just dumb. I always take off the sensor and throw it out. Same with my pods. So it just kind of happened - without thinking, doing that normal practice of peeling something off and thro… --- ## [xDrip on Samsung S21](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-on-samsung-s21/11586)
**Author:** [@john\_coburg](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/john_coburg)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 16, 2021, 4:22pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-on-samsung-s21/11586 "2021-07-16T16:22:11Z")
Greetings all, I do hope everyone is well ; quite a while since i last posted, and things have been much improved since the combination of xDrip and the miaomiao bluetooth reader have helped manage things. I last night… --- ## [Dexcom G6 transmitter "low battery" warning](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-transmitter-low-battery-warning/11567)
**Author:** [@irrational\_John](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/irrational_John)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2021, 6:37pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-transmitter-low-battery-warning/11567 "2021-07-14T18:37:27Z")
I am on 98 days of use for my current G6 transmitter, so I wasn’t surprised when I received a low battery warning message on my Tandem t:slim x2 pump this AM when I inserted a new sensor. There was no estimate of days le… --- ## [Pump Decision](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/pump-decision/11206)
**Author:** [@diabeatit2020](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/diabeatit2020)\ **Replies:** 116\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2021, 3:55pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/pump-decision/11206 "2021-07-13T15:55:40Z")
Hi all, I got good news this morning that I am signed up for the first pump education class in June to transition my 8 year old son (dx about 6 months ago) to a pump. First class will be just information on all the pum… --- ## [Updated Medicare rules for CGM eligibility](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/updated-medicare-rules-for-cgm-eligibility/11592)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2021, 2:14pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/updated-medicare-rules-for-cgm-eligibility/11592 "2021-07-13T14:14:09Z")
--- ## [🤦‍♂️](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/topic/11591)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2021, 2:51am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/topic/11591 "2021-07-13T02:51:20Z")
I am putting this in the “Fun” category. It isn’t actually fun, but there is no “Disgusting” category. --- ## [Post-Exercise Question, Noooo Sleeeep (in case it makes it more clickbaity)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/post-exercise-question-noooo-sleeeep-in-case-it-makes-it-more-clickbaity/11583)
**Author:** [@MarkP](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/MarkP)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2021, 6:03pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/post-exercise-question-noooo-sleeeep-in-case-it-makes-it-more-clickbaity/11583 "2021-07-12T18:03:53Z")
Hi All, Was wondering if anyone else has had a similar experience and some advice… On Friday I decided to go for a 30 minute bike ride at 3:30 pm, half of which was uphill. I generally exercise earlier in the day (in … --- ## [Covid vaccine experience](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/covid-vaccine-experience/10814)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 88\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2021, 2:28pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/covid-vaccine-experience/10814 "2021-07-12T14:28:07Z")
My mom got her first Covid vaccine a few days ago. She got the Pfizer vaccine. As background, she had Covid in November but did pretty well with it. She had fluctuating fever, mostly at night. But the fever would come a… --- ## [Has anyone tried Relion Novolog and can give a review?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/has-anyone-tried-relion-novolog-and-can-give-a-review/11582)
**Author:** [@MarkP](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/MarkP)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2021, 4:29am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/has-anyone-tried-relion-novolog-and-can-give-a-review/11582 "2021-07-12T04:29:41Z")
Post can’t be empty. --- ## [Sister has severe lipohypertrophy (not on pump).. advice?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sister-has-severe-lipohypertrophy-not-on-pump-advice/11581)
**Author:** [@Jubilee](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jubilee)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2021, 8:06pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sister-has-severe-lipohypertrophy-not-on-pump-advice/11581 "2021-07-10T20:06:10Z")
My sister was only injecting herself in her abdomen and now has severe lipohypertrothy. It didn’t help that she also gained weight and bought loser clothes to hide her changing body. As a right-hander, her right abdome… --- ## [Article FYI- Multicenter study on Omnipod/Dexcom closed-loop system published](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/article-fyi-multicenter-study-on-omnipod-dexcom-closed-loop-system-published/11574)
**Author:** [@bwschulz](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bwschulz)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2021, 7:00pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/article-fyi-multicenter-study-on-omnipod-dexcom-closed-loop-system-published/11574 "2021-07-08T19:00:56Z")
Lay press summary: Novel automated insulin delivery system well-tolerated in type 1 diabetes patients: Study PDF of full article: https://care.diabetesjournals.org/content/diacare/early/2021/05/21/dc21-0172.full.pdf Ke… --- ## [PET scan and Dexcom G6](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/pet-scan-and-dexcom-g6/11571)
**Author:** [@Karl.n](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Karl.n)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2021, 1:29am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/pet-scan-and-dexcom-g6/11571 "2021-07-07T01:29:37Z")
I thought I’d share this experience as PET scans are a little more rare than other types of radiation we expose our devices to. Last week I had a PET/CT scan for an undiagnosed issue I’ve been slowly recovering from. A… --- ## [Relion Branded Novolog Getting Released](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/relion-branded-novolog-getting-released/11540)
**Author:** [@Chris](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Chris)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2021, 1:07am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/relion-branded-novolog-getting-released/11540 "2021-07-07T01:07:24Z")
https://www.massmarketretailers.com/walmart-launches-private-brand-analog-insulin/ Would be nice if they are able to drive the price down even further, but $72 for vials and $85 for a box of flexpens is better than noth… --- ## [Happy 4th! Share your food!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/happy-4th-share-your-food/11566)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2021, 10:28am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/happy-4th-share-your-food/11566 "2021-07-06T10:28:33Z")
(Notice the piece of pie mysteriously missing? :grinning: ) (Drinks by @elver) --- ## [Mobile t:connect Issue](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mobile-t-connect-issue/11564)
**Author:** [@WntrMute2](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/WntrMute2)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2021, 5:01am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mobile-t-connect-issue/11564 "2021-07-06T05:01:36Z")
Does anyone have suggestions for getting the graph to show back up on the t:connect mobile app (android)? I’ve tried rebooting the phone and uninstalling/reinstalling the app without success. I’ve never had much luck p… --- ## [Bolusing for Pizza and other low GI Foods - in young kids (For LOOP Users)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/bolusing-for-pizza-and-other-low-gi-foods-in-young-kids-for-loop-users/11568)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2021, 10:55pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/bolusing-for-pizza-and-other-low-gi-foods-in-young-kids-for-loop-users/11568 "2021-07-05T22:55:29Z")
So, I have tried many methods over the years with Liam in bolusing for those low glycemic foods (slow digesting) such as Pizzas and pastas, which he loves…and eats a LOT of. :slight\_smile: Posting this in case other p… --- ## [The "Elver is great! Thank you!" thread](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-elver-is-great-thank-you-thread/11565)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2021, 11:51pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-elver-is-great-thank-you-thread/11565 "2021-07-04T23:51:43Z")
A big shout-out and thanks to my friend @elver, who sent me a great gift! One of my favorite beers and hard to find where I live. So he sent me a whole case! OMG! :open\_mouth: Thanks so much, @elver! You are great! … --- ## [Study of A1C vs GMI](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/study-of-a1c-vs-gmi/11082)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2021, 11:50pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/study-of-a1c-vs-gmi/11082 "2021-07-04T23:50:52Z")
--- ## [Heat wave!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/heat-wave/11535)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2021, 2:35pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/heat-wave/11535 "2021-07-04T14:35:50Z")
We’re getting started with a brutal heat wave in the northwest. The news casters are all reading from the same script: “elderly and those with health conditions” are at elevated health risk in the heat. It got me curiou… --- ## [Personal reminder](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/personal-reminder/11544)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2021, 1:31pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/personal-reminder/11544 "2021-07-04T13:31:18Z")
We’ve gotten so used to such finely regulated BGs, it’s times like these that I am reminded that Liam does indeed have T1D. What you see in the below image is the last 24 hours and most significantly, what’s going on ri… --- ## [Non-D info, opting out of Equifax salary share](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/non-d-info-opting-out-of-equifax-salary-share/11555)
**Author:** [@MarkP](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/MarkP)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2021, 1:56am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/non-d-info-opting-out-of-equifax-salary-share/11555 "2021-07-03T01:56:23Z")
Hi All, Wanted to make a non-Diabetic post. Currently, Equifax is selling your employment and salary data to new employers (and others) which prevents salary negotiation. https://theworknumber.com/ Here is how you op… --- ## [T1D Exchange survey responses inform policy and product development](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/t1d-exchange-survey-responses-inform-policy-and-product-development/11516)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2021, 2:03am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/t1d-exchange-survey-responses-inform-policy-and-product-development/11516 "2021-06-30T02:03:07Z")
--- ## [Alternate Spot Pictures of your Dexcom or Libre](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/alternate-spot-pictures-of-your-dexcom-or-libre/11525)
**Author:** [@Chris](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Chris)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2021, 11:07pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/alternate-spot-pictures-of-your-dexcom-or-libre/11525 "2021-06-28T23:07:58Z")
Well @Millz and her picture of the Dexcom on her calf makes me think creating a thread where people post photos of their alternate spots might be helpful to people that are just starting out or are looking for new spots.… --- ## [Updated G7 News! Direct to Watch and other cool stuff](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/updated-g7-news-direct-to-watch-and-other-cool-stuff/11435)
**Author:** [@Jim\_YYC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jim_YYC)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2021, 4:04pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/updated-g7-news-direct-to-watch-and-other-cool-stuff/11435 "2021-06-28T16:04:16Z")
Big news for G7 - 30 minute warmup plus direct-to-watch Screen shot of Dexcom G7 from ATTD1 (Twitter) [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=63) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=65)