[Diabetes-talk] to the pump users

Tue Aug 30 19:52:57 UTC 2016

It would have to be way way beyond fantastic before I'd touch it. I just
can't support the company that ran a really good one out of business. It's a
shame just how ugly the medical business actually is. It doesn't feel like
profit is our friend, not to me anyway. 
And a CEO can say anything. All the same, it would be nice if someone meant
it. 
Veronica

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Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, August 29, 2016 5:04 PM
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Subject: Re: [Diabetes-talk] to the pump users

Well, at least someone is addressing accessibility. Whether something comes
of it or not, at least it's being addressed.

Always keep in mind though, it would likely take years to make a pump
accessible, if anyone were to jump on it.

Bridgit

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Subject: Re: [Diabetes-talk] to the pump users

I don't know if this is good news or not.  Medtronics recently got a new
CEO.  He had a meeting with the employees and apparently said they need to
make insulin pumps more accessible for the blind.  Sounds good, but need to
wait and check out what they do.

It really gets me that the talk is with Bluetooth records get sent to your
IPhone, Messages/warnings can go out to family members, get your blood test
on your IPhone or send to whatever so your doctor can review it.  And the
aps they have for this does not work with voice over.

Even the diaries and charts, graphs we don't get that information.

Joyce

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Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
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Subject: Re: [Diabetes-talk] to the pump users

Joyce, I am still using my Deltec Cozmo, even though it's long out of
warranty and no longer manufactured. In addition to the Animas Ping that
Bridgit mentioned, there is the Animas Vibe, the OmniPod and the Tandem
T-Slim. I did an article for the Braille Monitor which compared
accessibility in all of the current pumps out there. Unfortunately it's a
pretty sad report. Today's pumps are much less accessible than what we had
10 years ago or more. I started using the Disetronic pump in 1991 but it no
longer exists either. I honestly don't know what I'll do when my Cozmo goes.
There are so many useful features on pumps that we can't get at today. Not
the best state of affairs, I'm afraid. 
The best thing for you to do might be to get someone to let you get your
hands on several pumps. Given how much is not accessible, you should get one
that you like the feel of, the size, etc. The Tandem is a touch screen and I
was unsuccessful at creating a workable template for it. Darn! 
Let us know if you need any more info. Good luck.
Veronica

"Guide Dogs, First Hand", Veronica Elsea's classic album is now available on
iTunes, along with other music from her and from the Guide Dog Glee Club. 
To learn more, visit:
http://www.laurelcreekmusic.com
                Veronica Elsea, Owner
Laurel Creek Music Designs
Santa Cruz, California
Phone: 831-429-6407

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From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, August 29, 2016 8:50 AM
To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-talk] to the pump users

Joyce,

I use the Animas Ping. I have been using the Animas for 3 years now.

I used a DelTech Cosmo prior to the Animas. I used a Cosmo for 9 years. The
Cosmo is no longer manufactured though.

I wrote an article on the Animas Ping in the Braille Monitor back in June of
this year.

If you have further questions, I will do my best to answer.

Bridgit

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Subject: [Diabetes-talk] to the pump users

Could you please share with me wwhich insulin pump you are using?

I only know of the Medtronic MiniMed 530G or should I say this is the only
one I have gathered information on.  Could you answer a few more questions
for me?

Name and version of Pump being used now or maker of pump??

Is this your first pump?

Have you used any other pumps? 

I am talking to my doctor and she has recommended a pump.  I would like to
have more info from blind folks who use a pump.
Thank you so much.

Joyce Kane
Blindhands at aol.com 

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