NOTE: this article was superceded in November 2018.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 …
Yesterday Ypsomed launched the myLife Ypsopump in Australia. It was an interesting day! To get the disclosures out of the way: Ypsomed paid for my travel and accommodation expenses to attend their event in Sydney. Along with a small cadre of other diabetes advocates and bloggers from across the country, we met with Australian and Swiss …
This article has been superseded by our August 2018 pump update! I have several times posted summaries of the current state of the Australian insulin pump market. In late April 2018, it seems time for a refresh. Purchasing a new pump requires a 4-year commitment to that pump model. Many people are now wondering what …
Cannulae (the plural form of “cannula”) are the tubes we stick into ourselves to infuse insulin from our pumps. They’re either made of steel or flexible teflon. Some go straight in (90˚) and are available in 6 or 9 mm lengths. Some are a lot longer. Today 6 mm is a common recommendation, although longer …
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The 1st of April meant lots of things in Australia this year: April Fools Day, Easter Sunday, the end of Daylight Saving Time in the southeastern states, with the clocks moving back an hour, and updates to the NDSS and PBS schedules. PBS – new insulin The Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme lists the specific drugs available …