There have of course been more changes in the Australian pump landscape since my November update. So here’s a new run-down. There are 5 pumps that can currently be purchased new through private health insurance: Medtronic 670G Accu-Chek Combo Tandem t:slim X2 Ypsopump DANA RS There are also some older pumps still in use, such …
Well, the end for this summer, at least. This coming weekend in Tasmania, Victoria, ACT, NSW, and SA sees the end of Daylight Saving Time. Our clocks will go backwards by an hour on Sunday the 7th of April 2019, at 3AM jumping back to 2AM. If you’re awake, you might see 02:00 twice! Luckily most of …
NOTE: this article was superceded in November 2018. Please check out the updated article! It’s time for another update as to the insulin pumps on the Australian scene! There have been a few developments lately, with new pumps introduced along with updates to the Health Department’s Prostheses List. This article is our latest summary of …
Insulin is supplied in three forms of container: Vials. Usually containing 10 ml each. Pen cartridges. Usually containing 3 ml each. Novo calls these “PenFill”: that is trademarked and not appropriate for other makes. Pre-filled disposable pens. Again usually containing 3 ml each. Note that the currently-accepted spelling is “vial”. “Phial” is a very archaic …
We see “expiry” dates on many medical items, and some of them are often treated with a little disdain. For example, lancets tend to last for aeons, and CGM sensors don’t stop working right when their expiry date passes. The Accu-Chek Spirit Combo pump has a few “features” many people seem to not be aware of, …
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It’s around the time of year that daylight saving time starts or ends (depending on where you live) and this affects our devices. Think about the diabetes devices we use that use clocks. BG meters, CGMs, phones, pumps. Life is certainly easier when they all agree on the time. And insulin pumps have basal rates programmed …