muinamir
muinamir t1_j1ef60n wrote
Reply to comment by Vanman04 in Despite improvements in insulin formulations and delivery over the last 30 years, diabetes control has not improved among US adults, and disparities for minority and uninsured adults worsens by Ordinarymangodoctor
Anecdotally I know of so many people who have struggled to afford their insulin and meds. I wish we'd stop trying to pin this solely on diet and realize we're shutting people out from the treatment they need.
muinamir t1_j9n9lqk wrote
Reply to comment by jenglasser in Women with satisfying relationships tend to have fewer chronic illnesses by BlitzOrion
Even back when I had energy, it's amazing how many people were scared off just by the chronic illness label. Which is why I made a point to be upfront about it, ensuring that we both saved ourselves some time.