Tag: access

How to Get Help With Medication Costs When You Live With Type 2 Diabetes

Use these resources when you need help with the costs of type 2 diabetes medications, supplies and services.

Challenges + Solutions for Underserved Communities in East Los Angeles

People living with diabetes in East L.A. face many challenges in getting the care they need. Is Blue Circle Health a potential solution?

Despite Universal Healthcare, Diabetes Disparities Persists in the United Kingdom

To address the racial and economic divide in diabetes technology use, a top diabetes specialist urges a change in pump and CGM training.

Your Guide to CGM Access + Affordability

In this guide, we share tips and resources for getting access to a CGM whether you are insured, uninsured or underinsured.

What to Do with Extra or Expired Diabetes Supplies + Meds

If you ever are in the position to donate surplus or dispose of expired medications, here are some guidelines you should pay attention to by region!

Breaking Down Barriers to Diversify Diabetes Conversations

Author and CEO Shaina Hatchell, spoke to BT1 about her company, The BSI Collective, writing “Shia Learns” and how she’s helping to diversify diabetes conversations.

I Paid $25 for My Insulin, We Need More Awareness About Patient Assistance Programs

For a lot of people with type 2 diabetes, living with it can be more challenging than it needs to be - patient assitance programs can help.

Drug Rebates, Insulin and Affording Life with Diabetes in the United States

The issues surrounding drug rebates in the U.S. highlight the need for reform, especially when it comes to insulin and living with diabetes.

Healthcare Providers Will No Longer Be Allowed to Issue “Surprise” Bills

Editor’s Note: People who take insulin require consistently affordable and predictable sources of insulin at all times. If you or a loved one are struggling to afford or access insulin, you can buil...

Over Insulin Pricing, Mississippi AG Sues Insulin Manufacturers and Pharmacy Benefit Managers

MS attorney general Lynn Fitch filed a lawsuit against PBMs & insulin manufacturers for allegedly working together to inflate insulin prices.