Calorie King Mobile Version
Calorie King now has a mobile web site at http://www.calorieking.com/mobile
About time!
October 6, 2007
January 5, 2007
dHealth
I'm really impressed with Arthur at dHealth -- you'll see his comment below. We've been having a conversation off list which has resulted with me doing some playing with the mobile phone features of the website.
He's also going to send me a pedometer, so I'll give that a try again, though I'm not wild about dealing with gadgets, plus pedometers rarely work with my clothing.
September 8, 2006
Good Website
Very Old, Very Healthy Diabetic
I need to add her to my blogroll.
February 23, 2006
Congratulations
Congratulations!Diabetes Mine: One-Year Blogiversary
And one reason I can keep going as long as I have, is that I have a different goal than you do when it comes to blogging.
It's one of my major management tools.
February 4, 2006
TextPayMe
Looks interesting.
I'm not sure how and when I'll use it, but it looks interesting. Supposedly you can textmail someone a payment instantly. I've referred my sister, and I think it would be handy to be able to send her money -- like for her birthday -- rather than dealing with a gift card, which by the way, is still sitting on my desk. I am thinking sending it to my mom will be the safest thing to do with it.
November 28, 2005
WAP Version
I've created a WAP version -- mobile phone version of my website. Mostly because I have a Treo, and it makes life easier to check on entries, and also because I can.
September 25, 2005
A blogger I admire
Alwin is someone I have run across in the medical blogs and also runs a blog I admire. I think he blogs for many of the same reasons I do, and I find many of his posts interesting.
He definately makes some good points here.
August 3, 2005
Remedy Find
Interesting website. I haven't spent a lot of time on it, but they have patients rate therapies.
July 11, 2005
Apparently my blog has spawned a "child" blog
She's just started blogging.
It also goes to show you, that the "Type 2" profile doesn't fit everyone.
July 10, 2005
New Diabetes Blog
The title of her blog is a bit dramatic. She's just started blogging.
Tried to leave a comment, but her blog only allows Blogger members to comment.
July 2, 2005
Interesting Site
I did email and complain. Unfortunately I can't read the bulk of the information.
June 3, 2005
Pat Sajak -- knew there was a reason I liked him
See http://www.patsajak.com/news.php?view=says
I always likes his talk show -- short lived that it was -- and know I know why. He's a solid thinker and "gets" it.
I really love this article in his archives ... it explains why I state my opinion, and then go off and drop the arguement when the liberals go off the deep end. http://www.patsajak.com/news2.php?view=says&id=45
Yes...this has nothing to do about diabetes, but all about trying to stay awake, trying to decide if I need to toss this set -- and the first rule of insulin pumping, is if the set doesn't seem right, toss it ... so I guess I will.
May 24, 2005
Interesting website though their workshops are in California
May 19, 2005
Another diabetes blog!
For over a year I was the only one, and now they are cropping up all over the place!
Welcome into my head, to my most private and intimate Thoughts.
May 18, 2005
Another new blog
dLife: Welcome to the Blogosphere
Welcome to the Blogosphere
May 17, 2005
Another new diabetes blog
This one is a Type 1 who is trying to get pregnant and already has one child.
May 6, 2005
An Endo's blog
Wish he had RSS turned on.
April 29, 2005
New Diabetes Blog
I find it somewhat amusing that she doesn't seem to realize that some Type 2's are on insulin. No oral meds.
Type 1, Type 1.5, Type 2
March 19, 2005
A wonderful compliment!
I've got this blog in my RSS reader, and have been enjoying it. They've mentioned my blog today!
Living with Diabetes - The Diabetes Weblog - www.thediabetesblog.com
March 5, 2005
New webpage on the local insulin users group
George has done a really nice job, this meets in evening.
Just wish they would pick a different night, that's my dog agility night.
February 28, 2005
See -- ANOTHER one!
See, another one complaining about food in relation to blood sugars.
Blood Sugars, Highs & Lows
And a blog on pumping
Here's another pumper -- not sure who she is -- wonder if she's on insulin pumpers.
New Diabetes Blog
Not sure of what type, etc. but here is another diabetes blogger.
New & Exciting! The Patient-Pundit Goes Live
September 16, 2004
Government website on medications
DB's Medical Rants ? Comparing drug pricing
Interesting, told me that 80 mg of Zocor runs around $100.00 a month, and that mail order it's around $86.00
I'm not sure what problems RCentor is having, but I didn't have any trouble
August 9, 2004
Interesting website
I'm not sure how long this has been around. I've done a few ratings myself, and it might be a good resource for someone who is exploring choices.
I rarely have had choices presented to me with enough time to make a really informed decision.
July 26, 2004
Traveling Websites
If you have diabetes and are traveling, see these websites to make sure you are prepared:
Here are the places to go:
ADA Website (general tips)
ADA Website (Specifically on flying):
TSA Website on Diabetes
ADA Website (general tips)
ADA Website (Specifically on flying):
TSA Website on Diabetes
July 5, 2004
New "feature"
I decided to add Google Adsense to the right. I do have a lot of regular readers, since I occasionally get email or IM comments on the site.
Please click on and follow the links if they look interesting, so far the ads I've seen look reasonable.
June 15, 2004
Fun site if you are a Palm junkie
Daily Palm, views & rants updated multiple times a day
I just sent them a User Thought, even though the case company doesn't have a Treo case yet, and I need another Palm like I need another hole in my head....
But it's a fun little article about addictions.
May 21, 2004
New Med Blog
Interesting blog. We've got a bit in common, I am doing an online -- almost virtual master's. We have to meet face-to-face before each test, which actually helps.
I've had border collies. There is one thing that border collies are not capable of herding. BEAGLES! The beagles bite them on the dew claw when they get too obnoxious. Got to feel like getting your finger slammed in a car door, the way the poor BC's reacted.
Unfortunately only one of the BC's was a good dog. However, I even ended up sending him off after drug dog training to be a drug dog. For a while, he was partnered with TWO officers and worked TWO shifts. Yeah, they are that intense.
The second BC had idopathic epilepsy and ended up going into statis. I didn't realize that happened to people too, but we lost a student that way this year.
And the third BC was a mismatched rescue. He's in a good home now, and doing very well in agility.
I seriously doubt that I'll be getting another border collie. Just too much dog. Besides, I like my beagles.
April 11, 2004
Article on Gastric Bypass
As Obesity Surgeries Soar, So Do Safety, Cost Concerns (washingtonpost.com)
I do have a friend who is recovering from surgery and I saw her yesterday. She is looking good, is definately losing weight. She was complaining of low energy level though.
April 6, 2004
This type of story is why I've been taking care of myself
Yep -- this is why I saw a cardiologist this year and plan to visit one yearly now.
Why I keep up with the diabetes so hard.
I saw some patients like this when I did the pet therapy thing -- neither of the current dogs are pet therapy candidates -- but it is cheaper and easier to prevent, then to deal with the consequences.
code blog: tales of a nurse: There are fates worse than death
April 5, 2004
Expert Patient
See Expert Patients
Several of the doctor medlogs have blogged on this issue.
I consider myself an "expert patient" and I agree that it's a misleading term, as it implies to me, that it might be derogatory.
There are two types of diabetic patients (and I am not referring to Type 1 or Type 2). They either fall under the expert patient category taking an active roll in their care. If you pump, you almost always have to be an expert patient.
The other type eat when and what their doctors tell them to. Can you imagine living a life where you eat at, say 8:00 am, 10:00 am, 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm, and they eat a precise amount of servings of carbs, protein and fat.
I actually know of a pumper that lives that way. My mother told me about her. Apparently years ago, her pump was programmed by her doctor and she has lived that way ever since.
I suppose that might work for someone who has been diabetic all of their life, but it certainly doesn't and wouldn't work for me! It really puts a crimp in your style if you want to socialize -- which is when my mother found out about this.
I really advocate being on top and in control whenever you have a chronic illness. That CPAP go around is a prime example though, of what happens when the patient is ready to be an expert and the doctors aren't
And of course to be effective as an expert patient, you have to research it all. Not just the advances, but the costs and the implications.
FYI: One of the good things about buying the pump last year, is that it, along with my husband's medical bills, managed to reduce our income tax overage from $1500 to $750, and eliminated the possiblilty of a fine for the IRS for underpaying.
March 8, 2004
Singapore Diabetes Portal
February 2, 2004
It's going to be a while on the CGMS
President Proposes Increase in Medical Device Budget for FY 2005
This link explains a lot on what goes on when it comes to medical device approval.
January 27, 2004
Panic Attacks
This is interesting because I've had panic attacks, but I've always had a good reason for them. The first, I was trying to repel at AFROTC Camp and had one -- though I had no real height problems before -- I always figured all the stress induced throughout the 4 weeks was part of it.
I also had one when I lost my car in a parking gargage, and will admit that it led me to a bit of agrophobia, but I always linked that to the stress I was going through while my dad was dying of a terminal illness (the diabetes induced one).
Also a few associated with dentists.
So are those true panic attacks or something else?
I have known people who have had panic attacks too, and they are usually fairly level grounded people.
January 22, 2004
Something COOL!
Thanks to MedicMom, I went to http://www.htmlkit.com/services/favicon/ and made a Favicon, SO if you bookmark my site, you'll get a tiny little picture of my insulin pump with my listing in the favorites.
Yeah, I'm such a geek!
January 8, 2004
A Blanant Commercial Plug
This is something that has made my life infinately easier. They now have a free version, so give it a try.
I really like the web interface, and it is great because I'm on multiple computers.
January 1, 2004
Maybe I WILL get it covered....
Texas actually spells out what has to be covered!
December 15, 2003
I have a REAL problem with the Mayo Clinic Q&A page on diabetes
MayoClinic.com - Medical and health information for a healthier life from Mayo Clinic
I really have a problem with several of their answers:
Q: What should you do if you forget an insulin injection?
A: Missing one dose generally isn't a problem. Wait until your next scheduled time for injection and give yourself the regular amount. Don't double the dose to make up for the missed injection.
Q: What should you do if you forget to take your diabetes medication?
A: If it's only been a short time — less than six hours — since you were supposed to take the medication, take the dose you missed. Then continue to follow your normal schedule.
Why is it okay to skip pills but not injections? It just doesn't make sense at alL! It takes days to get over a missed injection -- been there, done that.
Q: Can you use an insulin pump if you have type 2 diabetes (formerly called adult-onset or noninsulin-dependent diabetes)?
A: A pump is an option if you take insulin, whether you have type 1 (formerly called juvenile or insulin-dependent diabetes) or type 2 diabetes. Most people with type 2 diabetes aren't advised to use a pump, though, because they do well with less-intensive treatment. A pump is a beeper-sized device that delivers insulin through a tiny catheter inserted under your skin.
But gee, it makes your life SO much better. No more eating to insulin but taking insulin for what you eat.
December 8, 2003
Looks like an interesting site...haven't spent much time on it.
December 3, 2003
Super Website on Diabetes
November 12, 2003
Interesting BLog -- and they have some good things to say about obesity.
October 21, 2003
Compares actions of different drugs
Drug Comparisons - Compare Drugs - DrugDigest
Interesting website -- you put in a drug, and it compares it with others.
September 10, 2003
Like big duh.....
Kids With Type 1 Diabetes Like Insulin Pump
Well, it was at least Isreali money they were wasting but has anyone considered filing child abuse charges on the people running the study.
Let's see, would you rather get a shot every few hours, or would you rather get one every three days.
Let's see, do you want to eat 6 meals a day, a certain number of carbs every meal, or do you want to eat when you are hungry.
Okay, so you have to carry a few ounce box, and if you are unlucky to do Minimed, you can't get it wet, but then again that's still better than several shots a day.
September 2, 2003
Interesting article on why Bernstein updated his book.
July 23, 2003
Interesting article about handling exercise
July 21, 2003
The pump
Animas Corporation - Bringing new life to insulin therapy
This is the pump I decided to go with. The features that I decided were the most important are:
a) non-proprietary insertion sets
b) large reservoir (300 units)
c) smallest adjustability (.05 units)
The Cozmos and the Animas have the best in this regard. What pushed me over the edge on the Animas was their EzManager Plus software, as it is supposed to work with the widest range of blood sugar monitors. I've got the software and the connector for the Freestyle.
Thinking about the pump?
Diabetes and Insulin Pump Therapy for adults and children with diabetes
Here's the best place to answer questions. OF COURSE, though, everyone on the list and site are pump avocates.
July 15, 2003
Good source on preparing for disasters
Diabetes and disasters....
July 14, 2003
Super Web Site for Pumping
July 1, 2003
New Service
Nutrion counts for Fast Foods
Diabetes In Control Dot Com. The FREE weekly newsletter for Medical Professionals in Diabetes care.
June 16, 2003
Website
My Diabetes - Take Control of Your Diabetes
I have no idea if this is a good resource or not, but was referred here by an email newsletter from Therasense.
So far, no one was in the chat room, but probably not the right time of day.
May 14, 2003
Blood Pressure limits lower
May 1, 2003
Disappointed
I have to say I am disappointed with this service.
For almost all of last week, they had a bug that processed mailing lists incorrectly. That makes me nuts.
Then early this week, my Inbox stopped working, and it took them over 24 hours to fix.
I don't function well without working email.
So I've got my secondary addresses setup with them now.
And I'm using a competitor who they are suing over patents -- spamarrest -- working as my primary email spam filter.
April 25, 2003
Good blog article on weight loss
Actually the Wall Street Journal article is probably even better.
April 22, 2003
Insulin Estimates
Fexible insulin therapy tool for estimating insulin doses on multiple injections or an insulin pump.
Nice little wizard to estimate insulin needs.
April 21, 2003
More really good information on Humalog
This site is really good. It is focused on pump users, but there is really good information for anyone who uses injectables.
April 16, 2003
CDC's Website on Diabetes
CDC Diabetes Public Health Resource
The controllable part always worries me.
Wow!
It's kind of wild to see what other people think about what you are doing.
April 10, 2003
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Obstructive Sleep Apnea - The Basics
Good article on what it is.
March 28, 2003
Fight Diabetes
Interesting website, a good resource for Diabetes.
March 24, 2003
Diabetes Magazine
I got a copy of this magazine a few weeks ago. Subscription price is a big high, considering the amount of advertising, but good articles.
Welcome to the Diabetes Interview Homepage
Their free internet newsletter is good too.
March 4, 2003
Stayed off the roller coaster
Good news, I stayed off the roller coaster.
When I went to bed last night, blood sugar was hovering at 150... I'm usually supposed to take an insulin dose at that level but often I manage to stave it off by taking a walk (during the day).
Last night I decided to just leave it be. Woke up at 3:00 am, blood sugar at 110, then again at 6:30 (a little later than planned) it was 95.
Friend of mine is doing Atkins -- made Atkins lemon muffins -- they aren't bad! Only 7 carbs and no sugar.
American Diabetes Association
No website or weblog would be complete without this link.
Book on Diabetes
Several chapters of this book is on the internet.
The first will make you feel lucky you have diabetes now, and not in the 80's like my dad, or even worse, in the 40's like the doctor.
March 3, 2003
Rick Mendosa's Diabetes Directory
Good resource for anyone interested in Diabetes.
Diet Gourmet
This is the food service I use. Pretty handy. And they do have printed out nutrional information on each meal.
I bet if you look hard, you can find something like this in your area.
Of course, anything that you do that helps you limit how much shopping you do, and how many choices you have would also do the trick.
Fast Food Nutritional Information
If you need nutritional information most of the fast food websites have it available to you.
Chick-fil-A is a good example.
February 28, 2003
Mayo Clinic's Website on Diabetes
Lots of good information. The more you know, the less out of control you feel. Or at least it works for me.
MayoClinic
WebMD - Diabetes Message Boards
This is a good place to ask questions. You'll get responses from other people who have had a similar experience.