#75 Endo-Around
Advocating for yourself with an diabetes endocrinologist isn't always easy...
How do you advocate for yourself at the Endo when your personality doesn't lend to having the uncomfortable conversations? Scott speaks to Erin about language choices that lead to the outcomes that you want, sticking up for yourself and not taking no for an answer.
#68 State lawmaker tells Mississippi mom to buy her own diabetes supplies for daughter
Nicki Nichols was searching for help when she experienced a roadblock with her daughter's state provided health insurance when she sent an email to Rep. Jeffrey Guice... his response was, lets say, less than helpful. I assume that you've heard the saying, "Don't poke the bear"?
Maybe it should be... "Don't poke the diabetes mom"
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#47 MLB Outfielder Sam Fuld has Type 1 Diabetes
Oakland Athletic's outfielder Sam Fuld is on the Juicebox podcast!!!!!!
Major league outfielder Sam Fuld is on the podcast to talk about playing professional baseball, managing his type 1 diabetes and much more. Sam grew up playing high school ball in New Hampshire, he went to college at Stanford and 2016 will be his ninth season in the big leagues.
This interview is for anyone who has worried that type 1 diabetes could hold them back from following a dream.
Take a moment to wish Sam good luck in the upcoming season from the diabetes community. He is leaving for spring training in a few days and will spend the next two months getting ready for the long MLB season. Twitter is a great way to reach Sam, he's @SamFuld5 - you may also want @Athletics @MLB. Let Sam know that we are rooting for him!
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