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I am supposed to check my blood sugar twice a day, but I can’t afford the strips. Is there any help out there?

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My 46 year old sister, who has type 1 diabetes with many complications is bedfast, no longer having the strength to reposition herself in her bed. My family and I are desperate to find some facility which can provide the necessary care needed for our sister and daughter. Is there such a facility for people with diabetes that is covered by Medicare and/or Medicaid?

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I have spells during which I feel lightheaded, sweaty, and all shaky. Does this sound like diabetes or hypoglycemia?

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My wife who has type 2 diabetes and proliferative diabetic retinopathy has had laser surgery and vitrectomies in both eyes. She has been on medical leave from her job, but that is about to expire. How long should it take for her vision to return? When her medical leave expires, will she be eligible for any kind of disability until her vision does return?

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Someone I met recently mentioned a book about counting carbs, and I am very interested. Can you tell me where to buy this book? It would be very helpful to me.

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I am in charge of Student Council at my high school and every year our high school has a big end of the year project. We have selected diabetes for our topic this year. Do you have any suggestions for a community service project for diabetes that involves making a difference in the lives of those with diabetes?

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My boyfriend, who uses an insulin pump, was recently dropped from his insurance. Is there a place that he can go that would help with either free insulin or insulin at a reduced rate?

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I am in the process of moving, and I need to find a doctor who specializes in type 1 diabetes. Is there an easy way of going about finding a doctor?

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My son-in-law, who has become blind due to type 1 diabetes, needs financial help to support his family. His doctors won’t file a “totally blind” statement, so they say he’s not eligible for Social Security, and he can’t apply for unemployment because he cannot actively seek work because he can’t see to drive or do any kind of “normal” work. The family needs help.

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Do you have materials about diabetes in Cambodian and Vietnamese?

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