[Diabetes-talk] Talking BP device

[Tamera]

yes, a reliable  BP device that is accessible would be nice since  so much 
does  rely on  good BP control with diabetes.
 I know even in a docs office you can get 3 different reading simultaneously 
from nurses and docs using their  usual cuff and stethoscope.
 I just feel hard pressed to argue  lowering BP meds when the symptoms are 
there and  even the readings are 80/50... but  would feel more confident 
with my argument if they are  aware that what device I am using is reliable.
 Tamera
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Bridgit Pollpeter" <bpollpeter at hotmail.com>
To: <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Wednesday, April 07, 2010 7:56 PM
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-talk] Talking BP device


>
> Hello,
>
>
>
> I too use a talking BP device as I have low BP's and I need to check from 
> time to time.  I do not remember the brand I have as it was a gift, but, 
> for me, it has been rather reliable.
>
>
>
> I understand that a lot of speaking technology does not work perfectly and 
> often it is made cheap and sold expensively, but that means that those of 
> us who rely on these devices need to be vocal about our wants and demands. 
> If we collectively stood up and made our situation clear companies may 
> respond.  Yes, many of us are doing this, but we all need to join the 
> discussion.  If companies realize something is a commodity they will 
> listen to suggestions and corrections; after-all, they want our money! 
> *smile*
>
>
>
> Bridgit P
>
>> From: k7uij at panix.com
>> To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
>> Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 19:21:49 -0700
>> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-talk] Talking BP device
>>
>> Hi, Tamera.
>>
>> The last time I checked, Consumer Reports didn't think much of any of the
>> talking BP devices on the market. But that was a long while ago so 
>> something
>> may have changed in the interim. I look forward to further responses as 
>> my
>> knowledge may welll be very out-of-date.
>>
>> Mike
>>
>> ----- Original Message ----- 
>> From: "Tamera" <fidano at comcast.net>
>> To: "Diabetes Talk for the Blind" <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>> Sent: Wednesday, April 07, 2010 12:51 PM
>> Subject: [Diabetes-talk] Talking BP device
>>
>>
>> > Any news or updates on a reliable talking blood pressure device, I use
>> > the term device since I know there are the different arm cuffs, wrist 
>> > and
>> > finger devices.
>> > Its been a few years since I bought my talking BP cuff, and can wonder 
>> > at
>> > its accuracy.. but any news or info on a reliable accessible BP 
>> > measuring
>> > device out there?
>> > Thanks, Tamera
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