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May 2006 |
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Know your pen injector |
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An article in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) has reminded everyone that all pen injectors are not the same. In the BMJ published on 27th May 2006 an article describes how two patients got into trouble on switching from using a NovoPen 3 to a FlexPen. The patients had discovered that ‘reverse dialling’ would deliver insulin with the NovoPen 3 and assumed the same would happen with their new FlexPen. This did not happen and the patients missed out on their insulin. There is an important message here.
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Know you pen well. Follow the manufacturer's instructions. Be really careful if you are changing to a different type of pen injector. If you have any queries about your pen then contact your Diabetes Specialist Nurses. |
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New meter from Lifescan |
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Lifescan has just brought out a new meter – the OneTouch ® Ultra ® 2 which is a new and improved version of the popular OneTouch ® Ultra ® . Available from June 2006 it is easy to use. It comes ready to use with batteries installed and the date and time already set. It can store up to 500 results and with new easy to use buttons it is easy to navigate around the meter menu. It has a large screen with a new backlight. We have tried it out and it delivers. If you want to upgrade – speak to your Diabetes Specialist Nurse. |
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Bangor folks get out and walk! |
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In May and June – Wellnet, Investing for Health and The North Down Community Network – have teamed up and are organising walks to help improve health. Walking is one of the simplest, safest and most effective forms of physical activity. Walks start every Saturday at 10.30pm at the McKee Clock in Bangor . Each walk will take approximately 1 ½ hours and will finish back at the McKee clock. There is also talk of a cuppa at a nearby café at the end of each walk. No cream buns though!. Wear comfortable shoes and appropriate clothing. Why not invite a friend to come along with you.
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