# Latest **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=89 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 90 --- ## [Results From a Phase-I Clinical Trial of IMCY-0098](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/results-from-a-phase-i-clinical-trial-of-imcy-0098/9424)
**Author:** [@joshualevy](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/joshualevy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2020, 6:35pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/results-from-a-phase-i-clinical-trial-of-imcy-0098/9424 "2020-04-04T18:35:07Z")
After a long break, I just posted another blog: Unfortunately, the news is not good, but that’s the thing about research. Some will succeed some will not, and we just need one to succeed… --- ## [A couple of small research updates in my blog](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-couple-of-small-research-updates-in-my-blog/9604)
**Author:** [@joshualevy](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/joshualevy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2020, 4:46pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-couple-of-small-research-updates-in-my-blog/9604 "2020-04-04T16:46:01Z")
--- ## [xDrip plus: watch as a receiver](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-plus-watch-as-a-receiver/6868)
**Author:** [@gee1030](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/gee1030)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2020, 11:42am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-plus-watch-as-a-receiver/6868 "2020-04-04T11:42:55Z")
Gud after im new here was reading prior cono. Tried some your settings not working right…I have a dexcom g6 ,samsumg s9 + with a samsung s3 frontiner watch. Was trying to use the watch with out carrying the phone is that… --- ## [CoVid-19 Anxiety effecting BG control](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/covid-19-anxiety-effecting-bg-control/9588)
**Author:** [@daisymae](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/daisymae)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2020, 5:15pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/covid-19-anxiety-effecting-bg-control/9588 "2020-04-03T17:15:16Z")
I dont know if anyone else has had this experience, but i did post it before and got very little response, so i am trying to post it again using a different tag, in the hope that others will join in and discuss their own… --- ## [MDI Lantus - take a night or 2 off?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mdi-lantus-take-a-night-or-2-off/9541)
**Author:** [@Jess](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jess)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2020, 3:18pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mdi-lantus-take-a-night-or-2-off/9541 "2020-04-03T15:18:26Z")
Liam was diagnosed about 2 months ago and 2 units of Lantus and night and 1 unit per 25 has been working pretty well up to the last week or so. Now it seems like he is going low a lot. Last night we literally had to g… --- ## [Toilet Paper Survey Question](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/toilet-paper-survey-question/9581)
**Author:** [@Chris](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Chris)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2020, 3:31am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/toilet-paper-survey-question/9581 "2020-04-03T03:31:51Z")
I am trying to make sense of the toilet paper stampede I witnessed today. While processing my experience I realized I didn’t know how many rolls a family is likely to use in a week, so I have created this poll to eithe… --- ## [Finally learned how to bolus for my favorite lunch](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/finally-learned-how-to-bolus-for-my-favorite-lunch/4879)
**Author:** [@glitzabetes](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/glitzabetes)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2020, 1:29pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/finally-learned-how-to-bolus-for-my-favorite-lunch/4879 "2020-04-02T13:29:59Z")
Well, my favorite lunch that can be bought on my college campus anyways. It’s a “veggie quesadilla” from a Mexican food truck that conveniently parks near where I am everyday for a summer research program. 2 large flour… --- ## [Xdrip+ prevent 2 hour delay on restart](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-prevent-2-hour-delay-on-restart/9569)
**Author:** [@Hellis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Hellis)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2020, 9:40am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-prevent-2-hour-delay-on-restart/9569 "2020-04-02T09:40:24Z")
Hi all, sorry if this has been asked and answered before but I couldn’t find anything to help with my specific issue. I am using a g5 with xdrip+ (recent nightly build) and whenever I restart the sensor I am forced to w… --- ## [Uber eats in current situation](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/uber-eats-in-current-situation/9505)
**Author:** [@Sam](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Sam)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2020, 11:31pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/uber-eats-in-current-situation/9505 "2020-04-01T23:31:32Z")
Some of you know I’m a huge fan of food and dining out. It’s one of the things that really brings me happiness. That’s not currently possible— but convenient food delivery to my door by uber eats / door dash / etc is. … --- ## [Toilet Paper Woes](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/toilet-paper-woes/9580)
**Author:** [@Richard157](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Richard157)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2020, 9:29pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/toilet-paper-woes/9580 "2020-04-01T21:29:29Z")
I gave up getting toilet paper in my local stores in Kingston, NY. I ordered 12 rolls from Amazon. That was a mistake! The shipment from Star999 in the Virgin Islands, is due to arrive April 29-May 20. That is a 33-56 da… --- ## [Would you buy this meter on Amazon?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/would-you-buy-this-meter-on-amazon/8198)
**Author:** [@TravelingOn](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TravelingOn)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2020, 5:42pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/would-you-buy-this-meter-on-amazon/8198 "2020-04-01T17:42:53Z")
I’d like to pick up a couple more back up meters, and EH‘s meter of choice is the Freestyle Lite. I considered attempting to call our pharmacy/endocrinologists office, and I realize that it’s probably worth 20 bucks to … --- ## [Lilly Help During Covid-19](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lilly-help-during-covid-19/9575)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2020, 4:41pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lilly-help-during-covid-19/9575 "2020-04-01T16:41:14Z")
--- ## [What is the deal with Diabetes and Sleep? I Slept like a Baby last Night and Would like to see it Happen Again](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/what-is-the-deal-with-diabetes-and-sleep-i-slept-like-a-baby-last-night-and-would-like-to-see-it-happen-again/4643)
**Author:** [@Nickyghaleb](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Nickyghaleb)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2020, 3:33am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/what-is-the-deal-with-diabetes-and-sleep-i-slept-like-a-baby-last-night-and-would-like-to-see-it-happen-again/4643 "2020-04-01T03:33:47Z")
I thought it was my diabetes that was messing up my slumber every SINGLE night, but then last night, by luck, my pump was completely quiet, and I slept a solid and glorious 6 hours. Now I’m curious… has it been my pump a… --- ## [Fiasp - considering switching to Fiasp](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/fiasp-considering-switching-to-fiasp/9546)
**Author:** [@lh378](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/lh378)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2020, 2:25am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/fiasp-considering-switching-to-fiasp/9546 "2020-04-01T02:25:59Z")
Hi all, There are a few threads on Fiasp (they are old threads -so I’m unsure if still relevant, maybe some users have stopped using Fiasp) I’m considering switching from Novolog to Fiasp because Fiasp is supposed to s… --- ## [Double bolus as a daily thing?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/double-bolus-as-a-daily-thing/2559)
**Author:** [@Pianoplayer7008](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Pianoplayer7008)\ **Replies:** 77\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2020, 11:35pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/double-bolus-as-a-daily-thing/2559 "2020-03-31T23:35:10Z")
So I’ve been trying to figure out the dosages for a couple things I miss - oatmeal, sweet potatoes, etc. I already discovered I have to dose at a 1:20 ratio for my daily apple and nut butter (same for my occasional sweet… --- ## [Got lots of alcohol swabs if you are short](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/got-lots-of-alcohol-swabs-if-you-are-short/9558)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2020, 6:17pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/got-lots-of-alcohol-swabs-if-you-are-short/9558 "2020-03-31T18:17:24Z")
Following @Eric’s recommendation early on, I purchased a large amount of reputable alcohol swab packs in 100 boxes, in individual sealed packaging. If you are already a member, if you are short and can’t get them, I am … --- ## [A reliable source of KN95 masks for donation to health responders](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-reliable-source-of-kn95-masks-for-donation-to-health-responders/9556)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2020, 5:57pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-reliable-source-of-kn95-masks-for-donation-to-health-responders/9556 "2020-03-31T17:57:07Z")
I have done a good bit of work in China, and have networked with other CEOs in the Bay Area who do the same. One of them, friend of a close friend (with whom I cofounded a company 20 years ago) has a vendor who is able t… --- ## [Covid-19 Antibody Testing](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/covid-19-antibody-testing/9564)
**Author:** [@Chris](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Chris)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2020, 5:13pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/covid-19-antibody-testing/9564 "2020-03-31T17:13:52Z")
The Star Tribune is reporting today that the University of Minnesota and the Mayo Clinic are ready to start COVID-19 antibody tests. They are hoping antibody test could help determine who is no longer a threat. Hopeful… --- ## [Covid-19 Testing - Some Progress](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/covid-19-testing-some-progress/9549)
**Author:** [@Chris](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Chris)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2020, 5:22am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/covid-19-testing-some-progress/9549 "2020-03-31T05:22:23Z")
This is just a press release, but assuming this works well, this is a nice step forward. Hopefully this is one of many moves forward that help us get testing to everyone that needs it, and eventually to those that don’… --- ## [Glycemic Index - how "reliable" is it](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/glycemic-index-how-reliable-is-it/9559)
**Author:** [@lh378](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/lh378)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2020, 4:59am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/glycemic-index-how-reliable-is-it/9559 "2020-03-31T04:59:29Z")
I wish to know, how “reliable” are the guidelines? Have you found, for example, pumpernickel bread to spike BG less than baguette (yummy)? apple is less likely to spike than banana? I like beans and nuts. They have… --- ## [Low Carb for Type 1?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/low-carb-for-type-1/2421)
**Author:** [@Richard157](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Richard157)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2020, 9:34pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/low-carb-for-type-1/2421 "2020-03-30T21:34:11Z")
Low carb for type 1? I am type 1, diagnosed in 1945. I knew nothing about an appropriate way of eating. My doctor told me to take my insulin before breakfast and to avoid sugar, but there was no other advice given back … --- ## [Lilly doing their part for Covid-19 re: Help program number](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lilly-doing-their-part-for-covid-19-re-help-program-number/9553)
**Author:** [@Chris](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Chris)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2020, 6:55pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lilly-doing-their-part-for-covid-19-re-help-program-number/9553 "2020-03-30T18:55:36Z")
If you use Lilly insulin and recently lost your job or insurance, please call the Lilly Diabetes Solution Center at (833) 808-1234. We have options that cover a variety of personal circumstances, including how to access … --- ## [Interesting Mask Production Story](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/interesting-mask-production-story/9550)
**Author:** [@Chris](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Chris)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2020, 4:42pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/interesting-mask-production-story/9550 "2020-03-30T16:42:59Z")
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2020-03-25/3m-doubled-production-of-n95-face-masks-to-fight-coronavirus?utm\_source=pocket-newtab --- ## [How much wait time after insulin dose?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-much-wait-time-after-insulin-dose/8519)
**Author:** [@Jan](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jan)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2020, 3:28am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-much-wait-time-after-insulin-dose/8519 "2020-03-30T03:28:00Z")
Just curious about how much time you typically wait after dosing insulin before eating (I inject Humalog and use Lantus), and what factors you use to adjust the timing. --- ## [Can someone help me determine correction factor?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-someone-help-me-determine-correction-factor/9175)
**Author:** [@Jan](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jan)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2020, 12:29am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-someone-help-me-determine-correction-factor/9175 "2020-03-30T00:29:55Z")
@Eric @Nickyghaleb @docslotnick When I was “trained” on the Dexcom G6, the CDE told me to use 1 u for 35 mg/dL correction, and to use 130 mg/dL as my correction target. (I use MDI with Humalog and 1 nighttime bolus of… --- ## [Is there any risk with regular IM injections?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/is-there-any-risk-with-regular-im-injections/5712)
**Author:** [@cardamom](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/cardamom)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 11:17pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/is-there-any-risk-with-regular-im-injections/5712 "2020-03-29T23:17:27Z")
--- ## [IM insulin injections: what techniques work best for you?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/im-insulin-injections-what-techniques-work-best-for-you/5660)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 10:26pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/im-insulin-injections-what-techniques-work-best-for-you/5660 "2020-03-29T22:26:15Z")
Our IM injections work really well when they work—but they are hit-or-miss. When an IM injection works for us, it will give us a much faster action time (25-30 minutes vs 45 to turning the corner), and its effect will b… --- ## [IM Injections Over Sub Q Shots/ or Pump Boluses](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/im-injections-over-sub-q-shots-or-pump-boluses/2207)
**Author:** [@daisymae](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/daisymae)\ **Replies:** 65\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 10:06pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/im-injections-over-sub-q-shots-or-pump-boluses/2207 "2020-03-29T22:06:21Z")
Eric got me into doing IM injections. first i must say that it requires a syringe long enough to hit the muscle and go deeper that the tiny length of a regular sub q shot. i have found that 8mm is perfect for this.there … --- ## [COVID-19: Masks](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/covid-19-masks/9537)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 7:14pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/covid-19-masks/9537 "2020-03-29T19:14:37Z")
I hope this is ramping up. The number of masks needed will be mind boggling. It would be encouraging if the feds can ramp up production fast enough to throw about 25-50 masks in each envelope when the stimulus checks ar… --- ## [Dexcom lifespan](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-lifespan/9487)
**Author:** [@Sam](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Sam)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 12:37am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-lifespan/9487 "2020-03-29T00:37:03Z")
Am I the only one who has noticed a tremendous change in the dexcom g5 sensor lifespan? They used to last me 3-4 weeks… basically until I couldn’t keep taping them on any more they kept working… my last couple shipments… [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=88) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=90)