Comments on: Cool Colors Trump Blood Glucose Trend Analysis

By: Kevin

Kevin — Fri, 22 Jun 2007 16:59:57 +0000

no data port ;( that’s the issue so the adapter has nothing to adapt. just feels like progress in the wrong direction to me. otherwise, the folks at LifeScan make a great meter.

By: Scott

Scott — Fri, 22 Jun 2007 15:54:22 +0000

This is unfortunate, as the One Touch Ultra Mini actually does retain some data (patients can review their previous readings), therefore it was a decision the company made not to include a data port. I am curious, because the predecessor to the One Touch Ultra was called the One Touch FastTake, which required use of what was called the FastTake Adapter which plugged into the FastTake Meter test port. I believe Johnson and Johnson still sells these (I may have one saved someplace), but perhaps with that adaptor, it would be possible to download the test results? For more info., see http://www.lifescan.com/products/otdms/adapter/ for details.

By: Kevin

Kevin — Sat, 16 Jun 2007 23:10:12 +0000

Hi Bernard,

I think the entire world of D knows that you’re behind better tools and easier access to data

My concern is the message this sends to people - especially the impressionable newly diagnosed. Intensive Management (IM) is the key to mitigating complications and you need thoughtful management, assessment and corrective action to practice IM.

I’m curious to know what makes you say this will be a big hit for kids? I’m looking forward to reading your review, too.

Make sure you give your 5 stars to the Sweet Kids Safety Network at the AMEX Members Project ASAP. Lots of families need this and open ratings end tomorrow.

By: Bernard Farrell

Bernard Farrell — Sat, 16 Jun 2007 22:58:10 +0000

Kevin

My understanding is that the same meter will be available with a data port later in the year. I do thing it’s strange to release one without it, especially if what I heard is true.

And (as I’m sure you know) I’m fully behind better tools and allowing easier access to the data itself.

Anyway, I’m going to try one of these so I can review it. I think for kids it’ll be a winner.