November 9th Meeting: Open Discussion

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ANIMAS CARTRIDGES NEEDED!

Any Pumpers that have any Animas cartridges in your supply stash or can find them on any social network or group to which you belong, please contact Dr. Edelman <steve@tcoyd.org>. He needs them for a visually impaired patient.

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San Diego Insulin Pumpers

Mutual Support - General Discussion - Expert Speakers

All pumpers, companions, and friends welcome!

Don't miss the November 9th meeting of the San Diego Insulin Pumpers via ZOOM

THIS MONTH:  OPEN DISCUSSION

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

LOCATION: From the comfort of your home.

THIS MONTH: Open Discussion: We are looking for suggestions of speakers for 2021. 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 October Open Discussion topics were pump cases and EDC cases found on edcsolutionstype1.com and also pumpsuit covers for Omnipod. Check Diabetesnet.com for pump accessories. Also, check out running stores for a "spy belt" zippered case. We also discussed time in range and how it seems easier to achieve on a hybrid pump.

For those on Medicare, several pumpers reported they have Medicare plans that will cover the total cost of insulin if the prescription is written "For Use in Insulin Pump Only." Check Part B of your plan for this benefit.

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About ZOOM

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, October 12th from 6:45 by clicking the link below on your smartphone, tablet or computer:

Join Zoom Meeting

https://sdinsulinpumpers.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=10bf3478ca168b1633b80832c&id=bd7f423983&e=7210f09b7c

Meeting ID: 831 2214 3778

Or dial:

       +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) or

       +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) or

       +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) or

Then enter Meeting ID: 831 2214 3778  and # for participant ID and passcode.

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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• Valid: www.sdinsulinpumpers.blogspot.com

• FAKE: www.sdinsulinpumpers.com

The fake site hijacked our name and contains old content lifted from our site. Don't give them any information!! Before going to a site, first check for our valid name, or better yet, bookmark our site.

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