Navigating Life as a Type 1 Diabetic
This week has been a whirlwind. On Wednesday, October 29, my husband was laid off, along with a number of others from his company. Two days later, on Friday, October 31, our health insurance ended. We were given just a 48-hour notice that our Blue Cross Blue Shield coverage was expiring. Of course, COBRA is…
With increasing global tensions, the threat of war, and increased natural disasters what is a medically fragile person to do? For individuals managing chronic conditions like diabetes, the uncertainties of these situations are particularly concerning. I’m no Doom’s Day fanatic, but I have seen The Walking Dead and Leave the World Behind. We haven’t built…
Becoming a diabetic at age 35 meant I had to redefine my “normal.” Life would never be the same, but I was determined to live as close to normal as possible. With three young boys (5 months old, 7 years old, and 9 years old), I knew I had to find a way. I allowed…
The Cost of Care About a year ago I discovered the Medical Management program offered by my local hospital. Diabetic supplies are not cheap even with good health insurance, so I accept all the help I can get. Before this program, I paid $20 for a 20-day supply of insulin ($1/day). Through the medical management…
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My Husband’s Role in This Diabetes Journey I would like to brag on my husband just a little bit here. He has been an incredible source of strength, knowledge, and love throughout my diabetes journey. In my family, diabetes was an unfamiliar topic, but Ben’s brother was also diagnosed as a young adult. His background…
Edgepark’s bad service and prescription problems didn’t improve, so I tried Edwards Health Care and found them reliable and customer-friendly. It’s essential to pick a DME supplier that cares about customers when dealing with conditions like diabetes. This experience shows how important it is to choose a supplier that makes things easy for you.
Type 1 Diabetes is Not My Fault Receiving a diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes can be overwhelming and challenging. It’s a chronic condition that requires lifelong management, and often, it’s not fully understood by those who haven’t experienced it firsthand. Unfortunately, misconceptions and well-meaning but misguided comments can add to the burden. One common misconception…
