I have heard that there are companies out there that will give pumps to individuals that meet certain financial criteria for pumps and even a place that will supply all of the tubing etc. I cannot find any of these sites, has anybody else looked, have success or hints????
Schmancy
I too, was wondering about
I too, was wondering about that. I have been a diabetic for 30+ years and just recently became interested in the insulin pump. However, when I talked to my doctor about getting an insulin pump, he told me that he didn't think that I should get one, because I generally have good control of my blood sugars and so on.
With my thinking though, I would like to get one, just to make sure that I don't have any long term complications of diabetes and after all, it should be up to me and not my doctor if I should or shouldn't go on the pump. Is it not???!
If you happen to find out anything about where a person can get subsidized or even a free pump, could you please let me know.
Thanking you in advance
Audrey
Audrey, I am still having a
Audrey, I am still having a hard time coming across this information. I agree with you about it being your choice and not your doctors. I think that even with good control that a pump is even closer to mimicing what your body does naturally and can give you great control. Not to mention the ease of not having to inject multiple times a day. I have talked to people who have pumps and everyone has loved it. Hope I can get some info quick.
Schmancy
Hello Ladies, I am actually
Hello Ladies,
I am actually starting on a pump next week and I did so much research before making my decision but I didn't find anything anywhere about free pumps or subsidising.
When I spoke with my doctor about switching to the pump, he was all for it...even though, like Audrey, I have really good blood glucose control. He told me it would make my life a lot easier & I wouldn't have to keep myself on such a tight regiment which will be so much better for me.
If you do find any info about free pumps, I would still like to know. I think the government should subsidise pumps & supplies for us!!! What are we paying OHIP for??