September 14th Meeting: Open Discussion

San Diego Insulin Pumpers

Mutual Support - General Discussion - Expert Speakers

All pumpers, companions, and friends welcome!

Don't miss the September 14th meeting of the San Diego Insulin Pumpers via ZOOM.

THIS MONTH: OPEN DISCUSSION

MEETING TIME: September 14th 7:00-8:30 pm CHECK IN TIME 6:45 pm

LOCATION: From the comfort of your home

THIS MONTH: Surviving the Coronavirus  As we shelter in place we will continue to hold our Pumpers Open Discussion meetings via ZOOM. For Pumpers having blood sugar or other pump issues, please take a screen shot of your pump/BG issue for sharing with the group.

LAST MONTH: The August Open Discussion was attended by 11 Pumpers.

Multiple topics were discussed including hospitals and diabetes care, which hospitals are device friendly, the setting options on the Tandem Control IQ pump, alternate sites, and avoiding scar tissue with sensors and infusion sets. If you are having absorption issues talk to your doctor about scar tissue issues. Diabetes suppliers were discussed along with the need for extra insulin than usual in lowering high blood sugars.

ZOOM is available via Desktop, Laptop, Tablet and Smartphone. Select the largest screen size available for an optimal experience. An audio only option will be available.

You can join the videoconference meeting Monday, September 14th from 6:45 pm by clicking the link below on your smartphone, tablet, or computer:

Join the September 14 San Diego Insulin Pumpers Zoom Meeting by clicking this link https://sdinsulinpumpers.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=10bf3478ca168b1633b80832c&id=ddffdb7d93&e=6c1c163e5c

Or dial in by phone by calling:

       +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)

       +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)

       +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)

and entering meeting code:  881 0906 2702 ##

If you need help setting up Zoom, Tom will be monitoring his email during the meeting and can walk you through any trouble spots.  Email him at NorthCountyDiabetesGroup@gmail.com .

WE also STRONGLY encourage you to review the free video tutorials on the Zoom website.  Once logged in, go to:  Zoom Help Center > Getting Started > Training OR go to Resources > Video Tutorials.  There you will find information about Zoom Meetings and Webinars.

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Zoom Meeting Agenda

1. Introductions  We will have 2-3 minutes per person. We encourage you write down and prioritize what you would like to say leaving out extraneous details: How you are coping, your stress levels, if you need supplies, etc.

2.  Tom will present his 2-minute tip

3.  After introductions and the 2-minute tip, we will then answer questions brought up.  Because we have limited time, please limit your answers again to 3-5 minutes so we have enough time as some members have to leave at the stated end time.

Some members may be available after the meeting like before so you can get more clarification then.

Meeting Etiquette

Be respectful of person speaking, we will MUTE those that interrupt! Side conversations can be held while someone is speaking via a text chat window. There is a feedback window on the bottom bar. Click on the Clap icon or Thumbs Up icon to give speaker feedback.  Depending on which method you use to join the meeting, the window may look different.

Bear with us;  we are all learning.  We will figure this out.  We have tried to anticipate and mitigate problems that could arise.  I'm sure there will still be some!!

As always, significant others and any friends and family supporters are always welcome at the meeting.  Our meetings are held the 2nd Monday of every month.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know of upcoming Zoom meetings or forums so we can include them in upcoming newsletters.  Distance doesn't matter.  If you think we can get helpful, knowledgeable, factual information,  let us know!

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2020 Pumper Programs

Future Pump Club meetings will be via ZOOM until further notice October & November TBA

UPCOMING EVENTS

TCOYD One Conference will be a virtual event. Check TCOYD.org. Click on Living with Diabetes and the dropdown box 2020 events for details.

A ONE-OF-A-KIND VIRTUAL Live At-Home Opportunity for Education, Online Discussion and CONNECTION!

WHEN:  SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2020

PDT TIMES: 

8:00 am – 9:00 am: Health Fair Exhibits and Networking

9:00 am – 5:00 pm: Conference Program

5:00 pm – 6:00 pm: Health Fair Exhibits and Networking

WHERE: This event will be held virtually.  Check TCOYD.org. Click on Living with Diabetes and the dropdown box 2020 events for details.

All registered participants will receive a link to join the event.

COST:  This event is complimentary.

Joslin Medalist Meeting has been rescheduled for February 28, 2021.  This event is FREE! Lunch is included. The meeting is hosted by JDRF, the Joslin Diabetes Center at Harvard, and StiehlWorks ( Chris and Lorraine Stiehl)

This event has been rescheduled; you will need to reregister and space is still available.

Date: February 28, 2021

Time:: 10AM to 4PM

Phone number for information 619-794-3927 Chris Stiehl

Registration: Eventbrite.com

Speakers: Dr. George King, PI of the Joslin Medalist Study at the Diabetes Center of Harvard Medical School, Dr. Hetal Shah (a colleague at the Joslin Diabetes Center), Dr. Nicole Johnson of JDRF (Miss America 1999,the only one ever with T1D) and Lorraine Stiehl (JDRF activist)

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