Category Archives: cost of diabetes

Overwhelmed may not be a choice

I read a blog post titled “overwhelmed is a choice,” that sat with me for a few days. I consider myself incredibly fortunate to have a relatively stable management plan and excellent health insurance. Life, in general, can be overwhelming, … Continue reading

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Diabetes & Gig Economy Workers

Today’s blog post is by guest blogger, Jess Craig As a New Yorker who has her share of subway horror stories, (I’ve met NYC rats far less graceful than the legendary pizza rat), I’ve spent lots of time using ride sharing … Continue reading

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The insulin pricing concern

A few months back a reporter from our local newspaper interviewed me about the insulin pricing situation. I will admit I felt foolish because I didn’t know a lot about it. I mean, I know that insulin costs too much. … Continue reading

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Showing up every day

Today is just another day with diabetes for those of us living with it. It happens to also be World Diabetes Day, so many are making a big deal today. Not just today, but every day we show up, wake … Continue reading

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Jane’s answer to the high price of insulin

My dad recently asked me about the price of insulin. He said he had read something about how expensive insulin is and was concerned about it. I don’t talk about diabetes with my family very often. They ask an occasional question, … Continue reading

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