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09/14/2021

Mr. Divabetic Joins T1International’s Digital Demonstration Advocating for Affordable Insulin.

Mr. Divabetic is honored to participate in @T1International’s Digital Demonstration advocating for affordable insulin.

According to Health Action International/ACCISS, one in two people worldwide can’t reliably access or afford their insulin.

Insulin is a life-saving medication. Rising costs have made access to affordable insulin far more difficult for people with diabetes, especially low-income individuals, those on high deductible health plans, beneficiaries using Medicare Part B to cover insulin delivered via pump, Medicare beneficiaries in the Part D donut hole, and those who turn 26 and must transition from their parents’ insurance, to manage their diabetes and avoid unnecessary complications and hospitalizations.

What About Walmart?

Walmart’s insulin ( retailing for $72.88 per vial and $85.88 per FlexPen for people without insurance) is not the answer, it’s part of the solution.

Walmart’s over-the-counter insulins don’t perform nearly as well as the more expensive insulins, and that gap in performance can have a very negative effect on the health of people with diabetes.

Thank you to Miss Diabetes for animating Mr. Divabetic in his fruit suit.

Join T1international’s Global Advocacy Network, your local #insulin4all Chapter, or consider starting one of your own!

We’re talking with two leading doctors (an Optometrist and a Retina Specialist, and Surgeon) and two diabetes advocates about eye health, and vision loss related to diabetes with musical inspiration from TLC.

Diabetes is the leading cause of new cases of blindness in adults. This is a growing problem as the number of people living with diabetes increases, so does the number of people with impaired vision. Diabetes can cause a disease of the eye called diabetic retinopathy (DR). In its early stages, you may not notice any symptoms or changes to your eyesight, and you cannot tell that this condition is damaging your eyes. If it is not detected and treated in a timely manner, your vision can be damaged permanently.

Guests include Sherrol Reynolds M.D. (Associate Professor and Chief of Advanced Ophthalmic Care at the Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry, President of the National Optometric Association (NOA)), Rishi Singh, M.D. (Retina Specialist and Staff Surgeon at the Cole Eye Institute, Cleveland Clinic), Andrea Sledge, Natalie Karabel, Patricia Addie-Gentle RN, CDCES. Hosted by Max ‘Mr. Divabetic’ Szadek.

Throughout our podcast, we are featuring music from TLC’s CrazySexyCool album courtesy of SONY Music.

09/05/202109/05/2021

t1international’s Insulin Crisis Digital Demonstration Campaign Needs You!

1 in 4 people with diabetes is forced to ration insulin — too often, fatally — because costs continue to skyrocket! Join Mr. Divabetic in supporting @t1international’s Insulin Crisis Digital Demonstration Campaign. Added bonus: @miss__diabetes will animate you!

@T1International aims to highlight the severity of the insulin crisis.

In 1923, the discoverers of insulin sold its patent for $1, hoping the low price would keep the essential treatment available to everyone who needed it.

Now, retail prices in the US are around the $300 range for all insulins from the three major brands that control the market reports the BBC.

Submit your photos to fellow diabetes advocate @miss_diabetes by September 10, 2021.

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Be part of my animation for T1International and their Insulin Crisis Digital Demonstration!

Here’s how:

Step 1: Take a selfie of yourself holding a sign that states 1 in 2 Can’t Access INSULIN #insulin4all #insulin1in2 – these hashtags are important, so don’t forget to add them! (Your message just has to be visible.)

Step 2: Post a photo of yourself to your Instagram and Tag T1International and @missdiabetes

Step 3: Submit your photo to Miss Diabetes and let her do her magic!

This global demonstration is open to anyone who wants to send a message to Big Pharma and to people who don’t know about the insulin crisis that is affecting people with diabetes.

If you participate, you will be entered into a random drawing to win a Custom Portrait Print of Yourself (giclee printed) by Miss Diabetes! DEADLINE: 9/10/21

Please help us highlight the insulin crisis during the 100th year of the discovery of insulin and to #advocatedontcelebrate #insulin4all

09/03/202109/03/2021

Be Take Part of T1International’s Insulin Crisis Digital Demonstration with Miss Diabetes

It’s been a hundred years this year since the discovery of insulin, and @T1International is having a global digital demonstration campaign to highlight the severity of the insulin crisis.

In 1923, the discoverers of insulin sold its patent for $1, hoping the low price would keep the essential treatment available to everyone who needed it.

In 2019, retail prices in the US are around the $300 range for all insulins from the three major brands that control the market, reports the BBC.

Many people living with type 1 diabetes struggle to survive because they cannot afford or access their life-saving insulin, blood glucose strips, or basic healthcare. Others are caught in conflict where there is little humanitarian assistance for people with diabetes.

The #insulin4all campaign unites the diabetes community to fight together for access to diabetes supplies, care, and treatment for everyone.

There is an active global community fighting for #insulin4all. Advocates have pushed for Universal Health Coverage and demonstrated outside Eli Lilly in Indianapolis, Indiana. Others are building networks in their countries and carrying out advocacy plans to ensure insulin and vital supplies are available and affordable.

Miss Diabetes is creating animation for @t1international and their Insulin Crisis Digital Demonstration Campaign! She would love to invite you to be a part of it!

Just post a photo of yourself with a poster stating 1 in 2 Can’t Access INSULIN #insulin4all #insulin1in2 – and tag @T1International and @MissDiabetes and you can see an illustrated version of yourself in the animation!

The animation will be part of T1International’s annual workshop on September 18, 2021, so please email your photos in by September 10, 2021!

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We’re talking with two leading doctors (an Optometrist and a Retina Specialist, and Surgeon)and two diabetes advocates about eye health, and vision loss related to diabetes with musical inspiration from TLC.

Diabetes can cause diabetic retinopathy (DR). In its early stages, you may not notice any symptoms or changes to your eyesight, and you cannot tell that this condition is damaging your eyes. If it is not detected and treated in a timely manner, your vision can be damaged permanently.

Throughout our podcast, we are featuring music from TLC’s CrazySexyCool album courtesy of SONY Music.

10/18/201910/18/2019

1 in 4 Americans Ration Insulin

1 in 4 Americans have rationed insulin due to prohibitively expensive costs according to Beyond Type 1‘s helpful website.

If that’s you, you’re far from alone – and it’s not your fault.

If you need insulin now!

If you are in emergency need of insulin right now, always go to the emergency room. The below resources address those struggling to afford monthly costs (CLICK HERE FOR FULL LIST).

Manufacturer Discount Programs

If you take Lilly insulin (Humalog, Basaglar): the Lilly Diabetes Solutions Call Center Helpline provides personalized assistance for finding your best cost option (as long as you take Lilly insulin). Call 833-808-1234 9am to 8pm ET Monday to Friday. If you have high-deductible health insurance or are uninsured, you may be eligible for Lilly insulin at 40% discounted through BlinkHealth but this is not available if you are insured through Medicaid or Medicare. Additionally, if you are uninsured or have Medicare Part D, and meet certain income parameters you may be eligible for free insulin through LillyCares.
If you take Novo Nordisk insulin (Fiasp, NovoLog, NovoRapid, Levemir, Triseba): Patient Assistance Program provides free insulin to those who qualify, which is limited to those with no private insurance and who do not qualify for federal insurance programs and who are at or below 400% of the federal poverty level – with a few exceptions.

The nonprofit organization, Beyond Type 1, offers these solutions if you need help getting insurance coverage (CLICK HERE FOR FULL LIST).

If insurance is not an option through your employer or you are unemployed, head to Healthcare.gov. From there you can explore health insurance and assistance options based on your state, income, and specific circumstances.

The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) has a publication called “Financial Help for Diabetes Care” explaining programs which may provide additional coverage for medical expenses for a person with diabetes. View online here.

Insure Kids Now! – Every state in the nation has a health insurance program for people under 18. This website is offered by the US Health and Human Services Department to help navigate getting insurance – or call 877-Kids-Now

Music by Destiny’s Child on October’s Diabetes Late Nite

We’re talking about the skyrocketing cost of insulin on Diabetes Late Nite with T1International’s US Advocacy Manager, Allison Bailey, Mary Ann Hodorowicz RD, MBA, CDE, Jessica Clark and Patricia Addie-Gentle RN, CDE, and music from Destiny’s Child.

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Explore tools + actions you can take to get involved with access advocacy here.

10/04/201910/04/2019

Destiny’s Child on October’s Diabetes Late Nite Podcast

The ‘Year of The Diva’ continues on Divabetic’s free monthly podcast, Diabetes Late Nite with music from Destiny’s Child on Monday, October 7, 2019, 6 PM, EST.

We’re talking about the skyrocketing cost of insulin in the United States with T1International’s US Advocacy Manager, Allison Bailey, Mary Ann Hodorowicz RD, MBA, CDE, Jessica Clark, and Patricia Addie-Gentle RN, CDE.

According to Business Insider the list prices of common types of insulin have roughly tripled over the last decade, even though they’re the exact same products offered 10 years ago. READ MORE

Bills, Bills, Bills

This year marks the 20th Anniversary of Destiny’s Child’s second studio album, ‘The Writing’s on the Wall’. Essence magazine referred to the album as a masterpiece of Black femininity, women empowerment, and honestly just a banger that still gives us nostalgic feels. Mega-hits off the album include “Say My Name,” “Bills, Bills, Bills,” and “Jumpin’, Jumpin’.”

Say My Name

Diabetes Late Nite is a fast-paced, full-filled hour of diabetes education and wellness advice that encourages listeners to “laugh a little, learn a lot’.

TUNE IN

Jumpin’ Jumpin’

09/18/201909/18/2019

Skyrocketing Cost of Insulin on October’s Diabetes Late Nite

We’re talking about the skyrocketing cost of insulin on Diabetes Late Nite with music from Destiny’s Child courtesy of SONY Music.

With song lyrics like: “Can you pay my bills, Can you pay my telephone bills
Can you pay my automo-bills, If you did then maybe we could chill, I don’t think you do, So, you and me are through”, Destiny’s Child underscores how many people in the diabetes community feel about big pharma and insurance companies.

According to reports the list price of insulin has nearly tripled since 2002 and the average price of insulin has increased by 64 percent since January 2014. People blame big pharma, pharmacies, health plans, and employers for the cost. We’re talking the experts about who or what do you feel is behind the skyrocketing cost of insulin.

T1International is an advocacy organization aimed at helping people with type 1 diabetes worldwide overcome problems of access to affordable insulin supplies.

“Our advocates are truly fighting for their lives and their dignity. It’s as grass roots as you can get, and it has grown naturally,” says T1International founder, Elizabeth Pfiester.

We will be spotlighting music from Destiny’s Child. It’s the 20th Anniversary of their second studio album, Writings on the Wall throughout the broadcast. The breakout album featured mega-hits like “Say My Name,” “Bills, Bills, Bills,” and “Jumpin’, Jumpin’.”

Essence magazine referred to the album as a masterpiece of Black femininity, women empowerment, and honestly just a banger that still gives us nostalgic feels.

Guests include T1International‘s US Advocacy Manager Alison Bailey, Mary Ann Hodorowicz RD, MBA, CDE and Patricia Addie-Gentle.

Diabetes Late Nite is a fast-paced, full-filled hour of diabetes education and wellness advice that encourages listeners to “laugh a little, learn a lot’.

TUNE IN

06/25/201906/25/2019

Quarter of U.S. Patients with Type 1 Diabetes Are Rationing Insulin

About a quarter of people with Type 1 diabetes ration their insulin because of cost, according to a study published last week by T1International, which advocates for insulin access and affordability. Internationally, 18 percent of people with Type 1 diabetes reported rationing their medication at least once in the past year, exposing themselves to potentially serious complications.

Two vials of insulin for $250 — with insurance coverage — seemed kind of steep to Joseph Strank. But he paid it anyway because he needs the medication to manage his Type 1 diabetes, which keeps his body from producing its own insulin.

But last year, when the cost increased to $250 for just one vial, the 60-year-old Philadelphia resident knew he had a problem.

“I was limiting my carbs so I wouldn’t have to give myself as much insulin,” Strank told the Philadelphia Inquirer.

Mr. Divabetic stops by the Mermaid Parade

We’re talking about ways to proceed with ‘CAUTION’ when coping with Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) with musical inspiration from Mariah Carey.

Diabetes Late Nite inspired by Mariah Carey

Guests include Poet Lorraine Brooks, 2015 AADE Diabetes Educator of the Year Susan Weiner, MS RDN CDE FAADE, Mama Rose Marie, Yoga For Diabetes Director & Author Rachel Zinman, WeAreEatNeat.com’s Lloyd Owens, Type 2 Diabetes What To Know Community Moderator Nick Zevgolis, and the Charlie’s Angels of Outreach.