Making Coverage of Test Supplies Mandatory
March 26, 2009 by Cherie Burbach
Filed under Diseases & Conditions
Here’s one thing that really bugs me about being diabetic: insurance companies that don’t cover testing supplies. That seems to go against common sense for me. Wouldn’t it be in the best interest of the insurance company to encourage diabetics to remain as healthy as possible? Wouldn’t they want to help diabetics avoid complications as much as they could?
Complications not only prevent diabetics from living a more normal life, they also cost money. I would think insurance companies would want to prevent that. Maybe the answer to that would be legislation.
In Ohio, for example, …read more
Diabetic Product Reviewers Needed
March 4, 2009 by Cherie Burbach
Filed under Diseases & Conditions
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If you’re diabetic and looking for a few extra bucks (and really, who isn’t in these tough times!?) this side gig may be of interest to you.
This ad on Craigslist says:
We are looking for people with diabetes (Type 1 or 2 diabetes, using a pump (if Type1 diabetes), using a Blood Glucose Meter or a Continuous Glucose Monitoring System or had gestational diabetes). We have a variety of review and content projects.
Our most recent project is the BGM review. You will receive $20 for your first BGM review, and $10 for the following reviews. The maximum …read more




