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    • 17 hours, 41 minutes ago
      KarenM6 likes your comment at
      If you do NOT use a CGM, on average how many times per day do you check your blood glucose levels?
      I answered N/A, like most of us here(apparently) I have a CGM. But for the record, I haven't quite cut the cord on finger sticks. Routinely I do one first thing in the a.m., just to check that my f-s and CGM numbers reasonably match up. That time of day seems to be when they're most likely to have drifted apart--yay Dawn Phenomenon. Dexcom much better than Medtronic Guardian 3 on this but still a bit of a problem. And the first 24-36 hrs of a new sensor, especially if I haven't been able to do a "pre-soak," may get me up to 3-4 finger sticks depending on how erratic it's being. Might be a natural follow in this series to do a Q of the Day on how many fingersticks people do who ARE using a CGM.
    • 17 hours, 42 minutes ago
      KarenM6 likes your comment at
      If you do NOT use a CGM, on average how many times per day do you check your blood glucose levels?
      I use a CGM and STILL check an average of 7 times per day with BG meter because despite the advertising claims, I have yet to find a CGM that is consistently accurate enough to rely on for various tasks including meal Bolus dose calculations. Currently using Dexcom G6 with tSlim Control IQ, along with Dario BG meter I trust more than Dexcom.
    • 22 hours, 3 minutes ago
      Mick Martin likes your comment at
      If you do NOT use a CGM, on average how many times per day do you check your blood glucose levels?
      I answered N/A, like most of us here(apparently) I have a CGM. But for the record, I haven't quite cut the cord on finger sticks. Routinely I do one first thing in the a.m., just to check that my f-s and CGM numbers reasonably match up. That time of day seems to be when they're most likely to have drifted apart--yay Dawn Phenomenon. Dexcom much better than Medtronic Guardian 3 on this but still a bit of a problem. And the first 24-36 hrs of a new sensor, especially if I haven't been able to do a "pre-soak," may get me up to 3-4 finger sticks depending on how erratic it's being. Might be a natural follow in this series to do a Q of the Day on how many fingersticks people do who ARE using a CGM.
    • 22 hours, 3 minutes ago
      Mick Martin likes your comment at
      If you do NOT use a CGM, on average how many times per day do you check your blood glucose levels?
      I use a CGM and STILL check an average of 7 times per day with BG meter because despite the advertising claims, I have yet to find a CGM that is consistently accurate enough to rely on for various tasks including meal Bolus dose calculations. Currently using Dexcom G6 with tSlim Control IQ, along with Dario BG meter I trust more than Dexcom.
    • 22 hours, 21 minutes ago
      Trina Blake likes your comment at
      If you do NOT use a CGM, on average how many times per day do you check your blood glucose levels?
      I am curious. Do you routinely check the control glucose solution to be sure the meter is accurate?
    • 23 hours, 9 minutes ago
      Barbara Bubar likes your comment at
      If you do NOT use a CGM, on average how many times per day do you check your blood glucose levels?
      I answered N/A, like most of us here(apparently) I have a CGM. But for the record, I haven't quite cut the cord on finger sticks. Routinely I do one first thing in the a.m., just to check that my f-s and CGM numbers reasonably match up. That time of day seems to be when they're most likely to have drifted apart--yay Dawn Phenomenon. Dexcom much better than Medtronic Guardian 3 on this but still a bit of a problem. And the first 24-36 hrs of a new sensor, especially if I haven't been able to do a "pre-soak," may get me up to 3-4 finger sticks depending on how erratic it's being. Might be a natural follow in this series to do a Q of the Day on how many fingersticks people do who ARE using a CGM.
    • 23 hours, 21 minutes ago
      Barbara Bubar likes your comment at
      If you do NOT use a CGM, on average how many times per day do you check your blood glucose levels?
      I use a CGM and STILL check an average of 7 times per day with BG meter because despite the advertising claims, I have yet to find a CGM that is consistently accurate enough to rely on for various tasks including meal Bolus dose calculations. Currently using Dexcom G6 with tSlim Control IQ, along with Dario BG meter I trust more than Dexcom.
    • 23 hours, 30 minutes ago
      Lawrence S. likes your comment at
      In the past 24 hours, how many times has your blood glucose risen above 180 mg/dL (10.0 mmol/L)? (For this question, we are looking at separate periods of hyperglycemia, rather than consecutive glucose readings above 180 mg/dL.)
      My infusion site stopped working well. Most of my problems going high are due to problems with infusion set. Another problem is my slow processing of my dinner. If I bolus too fast I go low, if I wait a bit I go high. It’s a nightmare
    • 23 hours, 30 minutes ago
      Lawrence S. likes your comment at
      In the past 24 hours, how many times has your blood glucose risen above 180 mg/dL (10.0 mmol/L)? (For this question, we are looking at separate periods of hyperglycemia, rather than consecutive glucose readings above 180 mg/dL.)
      Yesterday I walked 30 miles. At about 10 miles I went 200 something. I took 20g of carbs at about 120 to prevent going low and ended up at 200 even though I continued to walk. Took a correction and my bg dropped more than I wanted. It is a trick to manage bg during long endurance events. My endocrinologist suggested a profile for me which I was trying for the first time. I will be walking for 24 continuous hours hoping for about 70 miles. The event is outrun 24 at Chapin Forest in Kirtland Ohio.
    • 23 hours, 31 minutes ago
      Lawrence S. likes your comment at
      In the past 24 hours, how many times has your blood glucose risen above 180 mg/dL (10.0 mmol/L)? (For this question, we are looking at separate periods of hyperglycemia, rather than consecutive glucose readings above 180 mg/dL.)
      I answered 4 , I had steroid in my infusion yesterday.
    • 23 hours, 35 minutes ago
      Marthaeg likes your comment at
      If you do NOT use a CGM, on average how many times per day do you check your blood glucose levels?
      I answered N/A, like most of us here(apparently) I have a CGM. But for the record, I haven't quite cut the cord on finger sticks. Routinely I do one first thing in the a.m., just to check that my f-s and CGM numbers reasonably match up. That time of day seems to be when they're most likely to have drifted apart--yay Dawn Phenomenon. Dexcom much better than Medtronic Guardian 3 on this but still a bit of a problem. And the first 24-36 hrs of a new sensor, especially if I haven't been able to do a "pre-soak," may get me up to 3-4 finger sticks depending on how erratic it's being. Might be a natural follow in this series to do a Q of the Day on how many fingersticks people do who ARE using a CGM.
    • 23 hours, 58 minutes ago
      Mike S likes your comment at
      If you do NOT use a CGM, on average how many times per day do you check your blood glucose levels?
      I answered N/A, like most of us here(apparently) I have a CGM. But for the record, I haven't quite cut the cord on finger sticks. Routinely I do one first thing in the a.m., just to check that my f-s and CGM numbers reasonably match up. That time of day seems to be when they're most likely to have drifted apart--yay Dawn Phenomenon. Dexcom much better than Medtronic Guardian 3 on this but still a bit of a problem. And the first 24-36 hrs of a new sensor, especially if I haven't been able to do a "pre-soak," may get me up to 3-4 finger sticks depending on how erratic it's being. Might be a natural follow in this series to do a Q of the Day on how many fingersticks people do who ARE using a CGM.
    • 1 day ago
      KCR likes your comment at
      If you do NOT use a CGM, on average how many times per day do you check your blood glucose levels?
      I answered N/A, like most of us here(apparently) I have a CGM. But for the record, I haven't quite cut the cord on finger sticks. Routinely I do one first thing in the a.m., just to check that my f-s and CGM numbers reasonably match up. That time of day seems to be when they're most likely to have drifted apart--yay Dawn Phenomenon. Dexcom much better than Medtronic Guardian 3 on this but still a bit of a problem. And the first 24-36 hrs of a new sensor, especially if I haven't been able to do a "pre-soak," may get me up to 3-4 finger sticks depending on how erratic it's being. Might be a natural follow in this series to do a Q of the Day on how many fingersticks people do who ARE using a CGM.
    • 1 day ago
      Jeff Marvel likes your comment at
      If you do NOT use a CGM, on average how many times per day do you check your blood glucose levels?
      I answered N/A, like most of us here(apparently) I have a CGM. But for the record, I haven't quite cut the cord on finger sticks. Routinely I do one first thing in the a.m., just to check that my f-s and CGM numbers reasonably match up. That time of day seems to be when they're most likely to have drifted apart--yay Dawn Phenomenon. Dexcom much better than Medtronic Guardian 3 on this but still a bit of a problem. And the first 24-36 hrs of a new sensor, especially if I haven't been able to do a "pre-soak," may get me up to 3-4 finger sticks depending on how erratic it's being. Might be a natural follow in this series to do a Q of the Day on how many fingersticks people do who ARE using a CGM.
    • 1 day, 1 hour ago
      ConnieT1D62 likes your comment at
      In the past 24 hours, how many times has your blood glucose risen above 180 mg/dL (10.0 mmol/L)? (For this question, we are looking at separate periods of hyperglycemia, rather than consecutive glucose readings above 180 mg/dL.)
      I use a CGM and my BG went over 180 seven times. Not unusual for BG go to 200+ after eating, then comes down. Yesterday and today my average BG was 150.
    • 1 day, 18 hours ago
      KarenM6 likes your comment at
      In the past 24 hours, how many times has your blood glucose risen above 180 mg/dL (10.0 mmol/L)? (For this question, we are looking at separate periods of hyperglycemia, rather than consecutive glucose readings above 180 mg/dL.)
      I answered 4 , I had steroid in my infusion yesterday.
    • 1 day, 18 hours ago
      KarenM6 likes your comment at
      In the past 24 hours, how many times has your blood glucose risen above 180 mg/dL (10.0 mmol/L)? (For this question, we are looking at separate periods of hyperglycemia, rather than consecutive glucose readings above 180 mg/dL.)
      My infusion site stopped working well. Most of my problems going high are due to problems with infusion set. Another problem is my slow processing of my dinner. If I bolus too fast I go low, if I wait a bit I go high. It’s a nightmare
    • 1 day, 19 hours ago
      Lindsey Whitnell likes your comment at
      In the past 24 hours, how many times has your blood glucose risen above 180 mg/dL (10.0 mmol/L)? (For this question, we are looking at separate periods of hyperglycemia, rather than consecutive glucose readings above 180 mg/dL.)
      My "high" alarm is 130. When I hit that I consider: when I ate; could I have screwed up the bolus; what am I doing or will be doing; when I'll eat next. Rarely go over 150-160, by reacting and preventing highs found I actually use less insulin than just correct when it peaks....could never do this without a CGM I'm comfortable with, although with pens and an unmoving basel more fun (can't make fast adjustments for food, stress, heat, or activity). So the past several days zero over 180, just a few over 150.
    • 1 day, 21 hours ago
      Janis Senungetuk likes your comment at
      In the past 24 hours, how many times has your blood glucose risen above 180 mg/dL (10.0 mmol/L)? (For this question, we are looking at separate periods of hyperglycemia, rather than consecutive glucose readings above 180 mg/dL.)
      Yesterday I walked 30 miles. At about 10 miles I went 200 something. I took 20g of carbs at about 120 to prevent going low and ended up at 200 even though I continued to walk. Took a correction and my bg dropped more than I wanted. It is a trick to manage bg during long endurance events. My endocrinologist suggested a profile for me which I was trying for the first time. I will be walking for 24 continuous hours hoping for about 70 miles. The event is outrun 24 at Chapin Forest in Kirtland Ohio.
    • 1 day, 21 hours ago
      Bruce Schnitzler likes your comment at
      In the past 24 hours, how many times has your blood glucose risen above 180 mg/dL (10.0 mmol/L)? (For this question, we are looking at separate periods of hyperglycemia, rather than consecutive glucose readings above 180 mg/dL.)
      Yesterday I walked 30 miles. At about 10 miles I went 200 something. I took 20g of carbs at about 120 to prevent going low and ended up at 200 even though I continued to walk. Took a correction and my bg dropped more than I wanted. It is a trick to manage bg during long endurance events. My endocrinologist suggested a profile for me which I was trying for the first time. I will be walking for 24 continuous hours hoping for about 70 miles. The event is outrun 24 at Chapin Forest in Kirtland Ohio.
    • 1 day, 23 hours ago
      Lawrence S. likes your comment at
      In the past 24 hours, how many times has your blood glucose gone below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L)? For this question, we are looking at separate periods of hypoglycemia, rather than consecutive glucose readings below 70 mg/dL.)
      I had the same thing happen. I usually go below about 3 times but yesterday not at all. Amazing!
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      Lawrence S. likes your comment at
      In the past 24 hours, how many times has your blood glucose gone below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L)? For this question, we are looking at separate periods of hypoglycemia, rather than consecutive glucose readings below 70 mg/dL.)
      With Tandem CIQ, I get <2% in hypo range, rare at night, and when I do it is usually my fault- over bolusing for food, or exercise. Love this system
    • 2 days ago
      Lawrence S. likes your comment at
      In the past 24 hours, how many times has your blood glucose gone below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L)? For this question, we are looking at separate periods of hypoglycemia, rather than consecutive glucose readings below 70 mg/dL.)
      It's been an unusual 24 hours for me and I haven't gone below 70 at all. (If I'd a been asked last week, totally different answer!) :p But, I'm doing really great today. So... Yay! :D
    • 2 days, 10 hours ago
      ConnieT1D62 likes your comment at
      The food we choose to eat as people with T1D is so personal, and each food impacts every person differently. What foods do you prefer to eat for your first meal of the day? Share what works for you in the comments!
      I follow my wife’s old adage, “Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a queen, and dinner like a pauper.” And in a very king-like fashion and since I am retired, I do it most mornings in a very leisurely 3 or 4 fashion. The best breakfasts, by far, are those you have with delightful conversationalists with people of wide-ranging interests. I start with 2 or 3 cups of strong, dark-roast black coffee, nursed liked an expensive cocktail rather than gulped. Then come berries—raspberries, black berries, blue berries, and a complete box of strawberries, followed by protein potions of turkey peperoni slices or an egg or two. The cereal consumed is a mix of three-Uncle Sam’s mixed with Grape Nuts mixed with All Bran. Either milk or yogurt is used to top the cereal. I know not the calories, but the carbs I can count down to the first decimal point. And decidedly, the meal’s main attributes are the time spent and the conversations.
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      In the past 24 hours, how many times has your blood glucose gone below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L)? For this question, we are looking at separate periods of hypoglycemia, rather than consecutive glucose readings below 70 mg/dL.)
      With Tandem CIQ, I get <2% in hypo range, rare at night, and when I do it is usually my fault- over bolusing for food, or exercise. Love this system
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    Did you have any diabetes-related achievements or milestones in 2022? Share what you’re proud of in the comments!

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    Sarah Howard
    Sarah Howard (nee Tackett) has dedicated her career to supporting the T1D community ever since she was diagnosed with T1D while in college in May 2013. Since then, she has worked for various diabetes organizations, focusing on research, advocacy, and community-building efforts for people with T1D and their loved ones. Sarah is currently the Senior Marketing Manager at T1D Exchange. Sarah and her husband live in NYC with their cat Gracie. In her spare time, she enjoys doing comedy, taking dance classes, visiting art museums, and exploring different neighborhoods in NYC.

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    78 Comments

    1. Steven Gill

      After 3 years as a TYPE 2 (misdiagnosed) and 17 as a TYPE I on MDI (blood glucose meter only) with an a1C in higher 6 range, 4 years with an insulin pump and a CGM (in “auto” mode and manual) low 7 range, the last two a1C readings were 6.0 and 6.2.

      Only 24 1/2 years diagnosed so still a baby to many. With no complications, no repercussions, minimal lifestyle disadvantages.

      At the end of 2022 plan to start 2023 with steps of retirement. Might get out of here alive?

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    2. Virginia Barndollar

      I have 3: maintained an A1C of 6 throughout 2022 (TIR 92%), became a Medtronic Champion and completed 11 more state high points to be at 45! Only 5 to go, looking forward to 2023!

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    3. Lawrence S.

      My last two A1C’s were 5.8 and 5.7 (tested this week). Had improved my distance running speed to levels equal to 5 years ago (but recently injured my back). Now, I’m riding my bike and walking.
      Feeling my age (69), but still kicking.
      Also, shared the T1DExchange online address with two T1D’s within the past month.

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      1. Wanacure

        My sense of balance deteriorated, despite practicing one-legged exercise with hands above kitchen counter, so I only can use gym stationary bike for aerobic. I wonder if my loss of balance is connected to my needing hearing aids? Having to stop and start at intersections and crosswalks while biking on street I could never get heart rate high enough for much aerobic benefit, but it felt good and saved on gasoline.

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      2. Lawrence S.

        Yes, bike riding does not raise my heart rate enough, unless I stand up and pump as hard as I can for as long as I can. But, I have damaged my bike doing that. That’s my problem, I push myself beyond my limits.
        But, we must keep on moving forward and doing what we can to improve our lives.
        Best wishes,

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    4. Carl Robertson

      Happy to have achieved 90% time in range consistently over 90 days

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    5. Scott Feighner

      Started my 58th year with T1D. Only complication is CAD.

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      1. Wanacure

        CAD?

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      2. Scott Feighner

        CAD is coronary artery disease, a complication of long term diabetes.

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    6. Karen Taylor

      I started the Tandem pump with IQ control. This has helped me stay within range 86% of the time. That’s a positive for me : )
      I do have several complications after 62 years of T1D, but it’s all okay.

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    7. Bob Durstenfeld

      I managed my diabetes for a 2 and a half week trip to Madagascar, a very third world country.

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    8. Paul McGuigan

      Presented at ADA.

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    9. Ms Cris

      Another year of A1Cs under 5.5%, and another year of no hypos requiring assistance. Here’s to beginning year #7 telling it who’s boss.

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      1. Wanacure

        Please share again how you do this. With a CGM and pump? Or CGM and a pod? And? Or?

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      2. Ms Cris

        @wanacure : CGM (Dexcom), Tandem pump, but no IQ. My alerts are 70 and 110, with target 90. I set this soon after diagnosis as I would get a headache by 120 and if I couldn’t get it down quickly, migraines ensued by 130, by 150 I’m in pain. I have to act quickly.

        Eating keto-ish low carb per Dr Bernstein (not fad keto) made an enormous difference. No sugar alcohols ever, no artificial sweeteners ever.

        I weigh out most of my food for precision, carb-protein-fat in same proportion per meal. Extended bolus. I eat almost no grains, ever, I just don’t tolerate those carbs well at all. I call restaurants a week ahead to check ingredients, amounts, etc.

        I also use Semaglutide to tamp down excess glucagon (wow, huge difference!) and Low Dose Naltrexone (mostly for my rheumatic autoimmunes, but it helps reduce my insulin needs somehow!).

        Walks, hikes, strengthening, yoga, when I can.

        A lot of attention and work, but with 5 autoimmunes…I need to, if I want to retire someday and enjoy it.

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    10. Amy Jo

      Maintaining an A1c less than 5.5% during my 3rd pregnancy – with two toddlers running around and keeping me busy!

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    11. Ahh Life

      Achievements? Staying even keel.

      In spite of gale force hurricane headwinds, forest fire fury of some days feeling like the height of LeBron James and other days feeling like that of Danny DeVito. This T1D is a ride. And not always a joy ride. ☝️

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    12. Nicholas Argento

      Making it another year in one piece, after 54 years of membership in the T1D club. 8-29-2023 will be my 55th Diaversary.

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    13. Isabel Negron

      I’ve been a type 1 diabetic for 42 years🙏🏻

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      1. Teri Morris

        Me too. And a dog lover as well.

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      2. Mick Martin

        @Isabel Negron. Blimey, we must have attended the same hospital/clinic as I’ve also been a Type 1 for 42 years. (Diagnosed in October 1980.) 😉

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    14. Mick Martin

      The only diabetes-related milestone for me in 2022 was that I began using the Medtronic 780G pump along with Guardian 4 Sensors.

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    15. Franklin Rios

      I can take on my treatment and make it more efficient

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    16. Melinda Lipe

      I turned 65 this year and was able to retire. I was diagnosed in 1966 and was told most Juvenile Diabetics didn’t live past 40 years! Celebrating every year!

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    17. Meerkat

      42 years with Type 1 and thankful for no complications!

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    18. Chris Albright

      Have been able to lower my A1C to 6.0/6.1 4 times this year.

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    19. gary rind

      year 19 of T1D, year 2 of CGM
      A1C in mid 5s all year
      TIR > 90%

      stopped doing IF (500 calorie day version) so we’ll see how the numbers look at endo visit in January

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      1. Wanacure

        IF = Intermittent Fasting? Only 500 calories per day? My doctors would freak out if I even dreamed about that. Does your doctor suggest adding a daily vitamin/mineral pill?

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    20. Richard Vaughn

      All of my A1C’s were in the 5.4-5.8 range. No trouble with bad hypos.

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    21. Joan Fray

      Made it through another year without major mishap-broken ankle but not diabetes related……my 61st year diaversary will be 4-22-2023, and 50th wedding anniversary in May. Steady as she goes, mate………

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    22. Lisa Moir

      Celebrated 30 year diaversary with no complications! Also made a switch from Medtronic to Tandem/Dexcom and couldn’t be happier!!

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    23. james zellerhoff

      Blessings
      In support of me “unusual” diabetes struggles
      Been type 1 for 19 years but now am “insulin resistant” & fit in the “A typical” group
      And now in the “Radiant” study that do research for help in my A typical struggle
      Jim.

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    24. Lisa Anderson

      Symptoms my health care team and I attributed to Type 1 diabetes complications for 5 years turned out to be the result of another, unusual healthcare problem that I had verified and fixed at Mayo Clinic. My quality of life is so much better! Listen to your gut and don’t give up if you feel the dx or treatment aren’t right!

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    25. AimmcG

      I didn’t die or have any diabetes related issues.

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    26. George Lovelace

      Eliminated almost all Hypo events, TIR in the 90% and A1c of 5.4 after 59 years T1

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    27. Karington Johnston

      6.1 A1C, and after starting the O5, I had 90 straight days 70% TIR or more!

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    28. Carolann Hunt

      Maintained an A1C of 6.3 all year, amazing for my T1

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    29. Hark87

      This past Easter, I’ve made it 25 years as a Type 1! Holy cow!

      Wishing good health and blessings to everyone for 2023!

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    30. Cyndi Evans

      As a T1D for over 25 years my A1C is the best yet at 5.6. Thank you Tandem CIQ, Dexcom and the Juicebox podcast for all the helpful tips ❤️

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    31. Eva

      I had a couple of achievement that I met and will continue into the new year 2023. First, I wanted to maintain my blood sugar between 140 and 180 during tennis games. I learned to adjust the macronutrients of my food before tennis to lean more toward fats and proteins and, save the carbs after tennis.

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    32. Shannon Barnaby

      I was able to get my A1C to 5.6 without suffering from frequent low blood sugars.

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    33. Edward Geary

      A1C of 6.3 at 48 year mark.

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    34. Mary Dexter

      My new endocrinologist doesn’t automatically reject the idea that someone my age could be diagnosed T1, rather than insisting that because of my grey hair I couldn’t be anything but T2.

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    35. Kris Sykes-David

      Achieving a 5.9 A1c!

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    36. Ben Galindo

      The only achievement I made in 2022 is 66 years of not being back to the hospital for T1D related issues. Praise God

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      1. Steven Gill

        Great goal

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    37. kim bullock

      I finally got my A1C down to 7.3 . First time in 29 years.

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    38. Vicki Andersen

      My A1C finally came down below 6 to 5.8 after getting the OMIPOD Generation 5. I also have been sleeping through the night without a low alarm. Love it!!!

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    39. Bruce Schnitzler

      On Dec 27, 2022 I celebrated 72 years since my T1D diagnosis.

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      1. Brian Vodehnal

        amazing. i bet the advances in technology have been incredible to see come along.

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      2. sweet charlie

        Bruce, what is your age now ? I am 901/2 and 70 years T1D…. Brian, I have not used many of the asvances…..

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      3. Steven Gill

        Forget Franco Harris (as a major STEELERS fan) or Mike Tyson, you guys are real heroes!

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    40. Pauline M Reynolds

      Yes, I began using a CGM (game changer). Have a love/hate relationship with it, but mostly love. It showed me just how erratic are my BGs are, but A1c went from 7.5 to 6.9 right away.

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    41. Russell Buckbee

      I made it thru another year.

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    42. Ken Raiche

      Every year is an achievement, happy to be alive and coping well with T1D.

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    43. Elissa Macher

      A1C of 5.9

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    44. Brian Vodehnal

      refused to be bullied by or allow my endo, cgm rep and the pharmacy to dump their error upon me. just because they tell you that’s just “how it is” doesn’t mean you have to accept it. without us diabetics they wouldn’t have a career or business. fight for your health and your rights as a patient. trying the new inhalable insulin is a game changer for knocking down highs. i give kudos to my endo for some new treatment options i wasn’t aware of. looking forward to further visits with him. its not always a perfect journey, but one you can control. keep up the good work everyone!!!

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      1. sweet charlie

        I agree !!!

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    45. Becky Hertz

      Joined JDRF Ride (2021) and did first in person ride at El Tour de Tucson this year.

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    46. Kristine Warmecke

      Made it through my fourth year of having to ration my Novolog. (Humalog allergy) and start my 41st year of T1D on January 5, 2023.

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    47. sweet charlie

      70 years of T1D…

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    48. Donal Conway

      Yes, I reached.my 52and year with Diabetes T1 and I am feeling very good moving forward with I offering myself as an Advocate for the condition oof Diabetes as well as Mental Health to the HSE AUTHORITY in Ireland, I have met with an official recently and I am looking forward to offering my vast years of education and experience to those that need support and help in my health area of the country.

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    49. Jneticdiabetic

      After more than a decade with A1cs 7.2-7.8%, finally got it down to 6.8% this year with fewer lows. (On Tandem Control IQ and Dexcom 6)

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    50. Janis Senungetuk

      I celebrated 67 years of living with T1 D last April. I consider every day a victory.

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    51. ELYSSE HELLER

      I got put on Dexcom’s CBGM and the Omnipod 5. Soon I will be put on automatic insulin delivery mode and am excited/concerned about that because Dexcom often loses signal.

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    52. Lori Lehnen

      My biggest accomplishment: I’m hopeful! I was diagnosed in 2021 and it was hard but 1.5 years later, I realize it’s not so bad. So yeah, being hopeful is definitely my biggest accomplishment.

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    53. Lisa La Nasa

      Celebrating 20 years T1D and 8 years with an A1c under 5.5% (with no significant lows and full Endo support!)

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    54. Melissa Childers

      I had my first A1c below a 6.0, after 38 years of living with T1D

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    55. Randy Campbell

      Minimize extreme swings

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    56. Dawn Adams

      In 2022 I wanted to learn more about Type 1 Diabetes and Menopause. Thanks to the support of members of the community who are experiencing this life stage I was able to collect data for analysis. The analysis was then written up as a paper and I had the privilege of presenting this at the 9th International Electronic Conference on Sensors and Applications in November 2022.

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    57. Wanacure

      Using multiple daily injections (MDI), diet and some exercise (walking to grocery store, e.g.), after 63 years of T1D, November 2022 my A1c was 6.1 (128 mg/dl). Not unusual for me. Still cannot believe I’m 79 in a few months. Still walk with no cane. No complications except a little neuropathy in both feet, but no pain. Maybe there IS something to Western Medicine? I’ll keep reading your advice so I can maintain (increase?) muscle mass percentage of my body weight AND get A1C below 6.0.

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      1. gary rind

        if you want something for neuropathy, try alpha lipoic acid.

        my endo is NOT a vitamin guy since they aren’t regulated. he’s not fond of IF either but since it made the change in my A1C from 6.8/7.0 down to mid 5’s, he lives with it.

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    58. PamK

      I am finally getting my A1c back down and have started losing weight!

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    59. Kristen Clifford

      I got a new pump and CGM.

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    60. Jeff Balbirnie

      Yup. I freakin stayed ALIVE! Quite pleased by that serious accomplishment!

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    61. Andrea Hultman

      36 years of T1D. 26 years of being an insulin pump patient.
      Moved to a different state and found a new T1D care provider I like.
      A1c stayed in the 6s! w00t!!

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    62. Brad Larson

      Scored my lowest A1C in December- 6.8, usually around 7.2
      T1D since 1970 with no complications.

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    63. Lori Smith

      I have been losing more weight and trying to exercise more

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