IT”S TIME TO GET “IN THE LOOP”
The T1D tool box is bigger, and while the tools in it to help manage T1D are improving the average HbA1c for teens and young adults in the US is over 9.0! Data also shows that many young people with Type 1 diabetes struggle with their glucose control. There are multiple reasons that make it so difficult, among them: normal growth and development accompanied by hormonal and physiological changes that impact glucose levels; activity and exercise lags; stress associated with peer pressure; psychological and emotional swings common among young people; the fear of having yet another device attached to them-how it will look, feel and even work.
Data also shows that “closed loop” systems that integrate continuous glucose monitors (CGM’s) and insulin pumps that communicate with one another can improve glucose controls more than any other device or system when used properly. They’re not perfect nor a panacea: only a normal pancreas is that! But these systems are beneficial and help T1Ders lessen glucose variances that affect their daily lives and potential long-term issues.
SLAMT1D now offers teens and young adults an incentive and encouragement to try a closed loop system. Our #usethetools program provides a cash grant to anyone 13-24 years of age willing to try a closed loop for at least three consecutive months.
Is it time for you to get “in the loop”?
If you, and your parents are thinking about it, SLAMT1D can help.
Here’s how it works:
SLAMT1D will award you a $500 incentive if you commit to and begin using a loop system comprised of a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) and insulin pump.
We’ll give you a “Heck Yeah!” $250 award, and if you remain “looped” for at least three months, you’ll receive a “Way to Go!” $250 for sticking with it!
All you have to do:
– Provide us with a bit about you and your reason(s) for wanting to try a looped system
– A pic of you with your “tools” and once or twice a month, a brief update on how you’re doing with it
We hope you’ll take us up on our offer to “Get Looped In”!