Roy's Story
Prelude:
Join us as we take a real-world journey look at type 2 diabetes through the eyes of Roy Whitney, who has had type 2 diabetes for over five years.
What is the purpose of Roy's Story?
While Roy's story will talk about many personal aspects such as successes, failures, & experiences, the purpose is to create an online community that will allow individuals with type 2 diabetes to share ideas, tips, tricks, recipes, information and experiences.
Roy's story is not medical advice
Roy is not a doctor or a healthcare professional, and the information provided is based on personal experience and research. Information provided within Roy's Story is not to be used as a diagnosis, treatment or solution to anyone's health concerns, symptoms or conditions, including type 2 diabetes. Products, services or actions mentioned within Roy's Story are not endorsements. It is important to understand that everyone's experience and solutions to type 2 diabetes are different. Please consult your healthcare team if you suspect you have or have type 2 diabetes or if you are looking to take preventative measures against having type 2 diabetes.
About Roy
52-Year-old male
Height 5'7
Weight 220 lbs
Newly taking insulin. (40 units per day)
Currently using Libre 2 for continuous monitoring
Previously used Dexcom G6 for monitoring.
Using One Touch Verio Flex for random checks of blood sugar levels vs continuous monitoring.
Roy is not a doctor or a healthcare professional.
Married with kids
Roy's healthcare team: bcdiabetes.ca
Check out part 2 of Roy's Story: Blood Glucose Monitoring
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Disclaimer:
Opinions provided within Roy's Story are not to be used as a diagnosis, treatment or solution to anyone's health concerns, symptoms or conditions, including type 2 diabetes. Products, services or actions mentioned within Roy's Story are not endorsements or call to actions. It is important to understand that everyone's experience and solutions to type 2 diabetes are different. Please consult your healthcare team if you suspect you have or have type 2 diabetes or if you are looking to take preventative measures against having type 2 diabetes.