# Latest **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=73 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 74 --- ## [LifeLeaf by LifePlus non-invasive CGM watch just announced at CES](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lifeleaf-by-lifeplus-non-invasive-cgm-watch-just-announced-at-ces/9082)
**Author:** [@bwschulz](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bwschulz)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2021, 4:52pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lifeleaf-by-lifeplus-non-invasive-cgm-watch-just-announced-at-ces/9082 "2021-01-12T16:52:34Z")
Anyone heard of this? Here’s an article with more details, but still nothing on how it actually works, accuracy, or data: They claim to be able to detect blood glucose from blood vessels under the skin using exis… --- ## [Omnipod at 0?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-at-0/10753)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2021, 4:38pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-at-0/10753 "2021-01-11T16:38:55Z")
How low can you go on insulin in the Omnipod before it stops delivering insulin? IT currently says Samson has 0.65 units left. We’re changing it out right now but I was’t sure if the 0.65 is actually usable or not? I kno… --- ## [Smart Watch](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/smart-watch/10749)
**Author:** [@GoldenJackass](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/GoldenJackass)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2021, 12:54am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/smart-watch/10749 "2021-01-11T00:54:29Z")
Hello! I recently got the G6 and was looking for a cheap smartwatch that works with it. I have Android, and am thinking about switching to xDrip instead of the Dexcom app. (I just have to figure out how to use xDrip befo… --- ## [Where do I go to get dexcom supplies?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/where-do-i-go-to-get-dexcom-supplies/10671)
**Author:** [@Twestlake](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Twestlake)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2021, 11:11pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/where-do-i-go-to-get-dexcom-supplies/10671 "2021-01-08T23:11:28Z")
My doctor thinks I should be using the dexcom but I’m not sure where I go to get it. The 1st pharmacy I tried only had the Libre. Then I called where I get my omnipods from but they couldn’t because of where I live. So… --- ## [Soon to be 1st time Pump/CGM User](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/soon-to-be-1st-time-pump-cgm-user/10725)
**Author:** [@Juniormints](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Juniormints)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2021, 8:13pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/soon-to-be-1st-time-pump-cgm-user/10725 "2021-01-08T20:13:39Z")
I am having some serious fears about going on the 770g and Guardian cgm. I have been a multiple shot and finger poker for just shy of 20 years. I am also a mother to a 19 month old. I feel silly for all the fears and anx… --- ## [An inspiring story!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/an-inspiring-story/10742)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2021, 3:43pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/an-inspiring-story/10742 "2021-01-08T15:43:01Z")
This teen is UNLIMITED! --- ## [A different perspective on the year 2020](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-different-perspective-on-the-year-2020/10698)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2021, 12:57am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-different-perspective-on-the-year-2020/10698 "2021-01-08T00:57:36Z")
I know a lot of people are saying how horrible the year 2020 was. Sure, that’s easy. If you are stuck on a deserted island, the easiest thing to do is talk about how terrible it is. But instead of complaining about bein… --- ## [Reminder for New Users - Badges and Titles](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/reminder-for-new-users-badges-and-titles/1819)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2021, 5:30am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/reminder-for-new-users-badges-and-titles/1819 "2021-01-06T05:30:06Z")
If you’re a new user and you’re reading this, I wanted to let you know about some functionality that you may not know existed, that you may be interested in getting set up. So, we thought it was important, when setting … --- ## [Dexcom in Bosnia](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-in-bosnia/10731)
**Author:** [@justwannahelp](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/justwannahelp)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2021, 3:58am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-in-bosnia/10731 "2021-01-05T03:58:32Z")
Hi everyone, Dexcom is not available to purchase in Bosnia. I live in the USA and I would like to get Dexcom for my relative. I am planning to bring them to US for a few weeks and go to a medical doctor in the USA. I am… --- ## [2021 formulary surprises?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/2021-formulary-surprises/10692)
**Author:** [@Sam](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Sam)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2021, 3:45am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/2021-formulary-surprises/10692 "2021-01-04T03:45:14Z")
Anyone have any major formulary changes for 2021? Usually by now I get a letter in the mail from Caremark telling me what the new year has in store for me… this year no letter but I happened to look at their formulary a… --- ## [Forced to switch to G6](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/forced-to-switch-to-g6/10107)
**Author:** [@cardamom](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/cardamom)\ **Replies:** 96\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2021, 12:55am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/forced-to-switch-to-g6/10107 "2021-01-02T00:55:45Z")
Finally was forced by Dexcom to switch to the G6, since I needed a new transmitter and they’ve stopped shipping G5s. Will be starting the new one tomorrow or Tues. I’m annoyed, since the G5 was plenty accurate for me and… --- ## [I only meant to get chocolate Santas for the family](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/i-only-meant-to-get-chocolate-santas-for-the-family/10573)
**Author:** [@Mariethm](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Mariethm)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 1, 2021, 4:42pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/i-only-meant-to-get-chocolate-santas-for-the-family/10573 "2021-01-01T16:42:15Z")
Seriously, every year this happens. Damn Lindt and their tastiness! --- ## [Just when you think you got this stuff down!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/just-when-you-think-you-got-this-stuff-down/10697)
**Author:** [@jeffsurfsncocktails](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jeffsurfsncocktails)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2020, 1:17pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/just-when-you-think-you-got-this-stuff-down/10697 "2020-12-30T13:17:12Z")
Two trying days with technology/BG…Off work Saturday night been rocking a straight line at 115…Feeling proud of having it all dialed in…got home and fixed a little dinner, decided to experiment with having a little rice.… --- ## [Changing Batteries in PDM caused POD error?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/changing-batteries-in-pdm-caused-pod-error/4035)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2020, 4:54pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/changing-batteries-in-pdm-caused-pod-error/4035 "2020-12-29T16:54:28Z")
Anyone ever had that issue? It’s a first for me…the PDM said batteries need changed, but when I changed the batteries suddenly I received a POD error ringing and the PDM basically reset…asking me for date/time configura… --- ## [Newer sensors not lasting 20 days?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/newer-sensors-not-lasting-20-days/10299)
**Author:** [@sggmom62](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/sggmom62)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2020, 2:05pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/newer-sensors-not-lasting-20-days/10299 "2020-12-29T14:05:23Z")
Hello everyone!! Long time no post… My last visit to the Endocrinologist revealed an A1c of 5.9!! My best yet!! I give this group a lot of credit for this!! Something new…I noticed that my newest sensors have not been la… --- ## [Thyroid meds/ target levels](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/thyroid-meds-target-levels/6669)
**Author:** [@MM2](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/MM2)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2020, 7:20pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/thyroid-meds-target-levels/6669 "2020-12-27T19:20:58Z")
My last thyroid test was much higher than what it has averaged the last 10 years. But was still within “normal” limits. My previous endo was aggressive with keeping at lower end of range. But current one doesn’t agree… --- ## [Basal Pumping Question](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/basal-pumping-question/10681)
**Author:** [@jeffsurfsncocktails](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jeffsurfsncocktails)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2020, 5:04pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/basal-pumping-question/10681 "2020-12-26T17:04:08Z")
Went low last night at work, thanks to CGM Alarm I caught in time and had a shot of apple juice. I am a bartender so my work is fairly active. According to pump I had no IOB. My question is should i try suspending my Ba… --- ## [Jupiter and Saturn](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/jupiter-and-saturn/10674)
**Author:** [@elver](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/elver)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2020, 5:49am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/jupiter-and-saturn/10674 "2020-12-26T05:49:58Z")
Was anyone able to see the Jupiter and Saturn planetary conjunction in the last few days? I for one am impressed. Neat photos with a cell phone (you can see both planets) and you can actually see Saturn’s rings with a … --- ## [Wow this POD is amazing!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/wow-this-pod-is-amazing/10677)
**Author:** [@jeffsurfsncocktails](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jeffsurfsncocktails)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2020, 4:54am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/wow-this-pod-is-amazing/10677 "2020-12-26T04:54:22Z")
Day one on the POD and holy cow what a life changer. I can not believe how nervous I was about it being difficult. One quick session with the trainer and i am off and running!! The combination of the G6 and pump are craz… --- ## [MODY3 - anyone else?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mody3-anyone-else/10400)
**Author:** [@Bridgette](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Bridgette)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2020, 4:10pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mody3-anyone-else/10400 "2020-12-23T16:10:00Z")
Very short recap, I was diagnosed a T1 diabetic 17 years ago at the age of 29 after a years of health struggles and not knowing why. My endocrinologist has tried to get me to really get serious about carb counting becau… --- ## [Major pie fail](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/major-pie-fail/10668)
**Author:** [@Mariethm](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Mariethm)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2020, 11:06pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/major-pie-fail/10668 "2020-12-21T23:06:48Z")
I have forgotten how to make pie crust. 3 fails, and I’m out of butter. Mass text to in-laws, “In the interest of me not breaking down in tears, the dessert formerly known as ‘chocolate cream pie’ shall now be known as ‘… --- ## [Still nothing for young people where COVID is concerned](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/still-nothing-for-young-people-where-covid-is-concerned/10639)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2020, 6:33am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/still-nothing-for-young-people-where-covid-is-concerned/10639 "2020-12-23T06:33:51Z")
Great news of course with the vaccines currently under production, but it sounds like one of them is only for 16+ and the other is for 18+. Still nothing for younger children…and that’s concerning to me because Liam is … --- ## [Stretching the COVID Vaccine](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/stretching-the-covid-vaccine/10650)
**Author:** [@T1Allison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1Allison)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2020, 8:42pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/stretching-the-covid-vaccine/10650 "2020-12-21T20:42:06Z")
Pharmacists be acting like T1D’s stretching supplies!! :slight\_smile: :grinning: --- ## [And the weight came off](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/and-the-weight-came-off/8449)
**Author:** [@Katers87](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Katers87)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2020, 9:57pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/and-the-weight-came-off/8449 "2020-12-20T21:57:50Z")
So after steadily gaining weight on Tresiba, I’ve now lost 10 pounds in the 4-5 months I’ve been off of it. I initially experienced a pretty dramatic loss of 7 pounds as soon as I went off Tresiba, but I think about 1-2 … --- ## [G6 from the VA?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g6-from-the-va/10630)
**Author:** [@Stubz42](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Stubz42)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2020, 9:30pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g6-from-the-va/10630 "2020-12-18T21:30:21Z")
So I was diagnosed with T1 while on active duty, and the VA just approved the Dexcom G6 (https://diatribe.org/veterans-can-now-get-dexcoms-g6-cgm-va-pharmacies), I was wondering if anyone had had any success in getting t… --- ## [Aging G6 sensors](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/aging-g6-sensors/10574)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2020, 11:22pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/aging-g6-sensors/10574 "2020-12-17T23:22:37Z")
Question for experienced Dexcom G6 users: Have you tried any aging or expired G6 sensors and if so, did you notice any difference in sensor accuracy or longevity? Only reason I ask is because I had a great long run of u… --- ## [You ever wonder where they end up? 😂](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/you-ever-wonder-where-they-end-up/10646)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2020, 11:20pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/you-ever-wonder-where-they-end-up/10646 "2020-12-17T23:20:35Z")
I was cleaning out the dryer vent in the laundry room tonight… There they are! I’ve been looking for those! --- ## [Recommendations for phones that do (or don't) work well with Xdrip+](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/recommendations-for-phones-that-do-or-dont-work-well-with-xdrip/10510)
**Author:** [@bwschulz](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bwschulz)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2020, 3:56pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/recommendations-for-phones-that-do-or-dont-work-well-with-xdrip/10510 "2020-12-17T15:56:51Z")
I just got my son up and running with Xdrip+. He’s using a refurb 1st gen Pixel XL running Android 9 using the same transmitter that was working fine on my phone (LG G8) with the same settings, but he’s been having troub… --- ## [Galaxy S20 for dexcom G6 follow with xDrip](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/galaxy-s20-for-dexcom-g6-follow-with-xdrip/10604)
**Author:** [@nayuval](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/nayuval)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2020, 2:53am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/galaxy-s20-for-dexcom-g6-follow-with-xdrip/10604 "2020-12-16T02:53:48Z")
Hi, We are parents for 2 t1d daugters, just about to get the G6. I saw that the Galaxy S20 can be used as primary on G6 app but not as a follower. I understood that Xdrip can give the solution to it, I have few questi… --- ## [Non-US closed loop pump](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/non-us-closed-loop-pump/10641)
**Author:** [@MM2](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/MM2)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2020, 12:34am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/non-us-closed-loop-pump/10641 "2020-12-16T00:34:53Z")
Found this interesting. “Everybody at Roche Diabetes Care is excited about the new partnership with Diabeloop. The technology of Diabeloop, based on a self-learning algorithm, is unique." [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=72) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=74)