Removing the age restriction on coverage for Insulin pumps

Comments

#3

I totally agree with Josh as this disease is inevitable and it is not fair for young individuals to suffer without coverage.

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-12)

#6

I love this man & he deserves to be healthy just like the rest of us! Stay strong!

(Denton, 2017-12-12)

#8

They shouldn't pay you keep themselves alive. You wouldn't hold off oxygen tanks for people who have a hard time breathing why this?

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-12)

#12

Affordable insulin pumps should be provided to anyone who may need it.

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-12)

#19

I have family members who have diabetes and I want to help further medicine and opportunities for people with diabetes. It runs in my family and if I can help make a change for the better in the future I would love to.

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-13)

#21

All people should have access to the insulin pump which substantially increases quality of life for type one diabetics. It is dispicable that people are not covered just because of their age. Everyone deserves to have access to this form of treatment.

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-13)

#24

Age should not be a determining factor for this coverage. The cost of the pump will be insignificant if Josh or any other type one diabetic ends up on dialysis.

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-13)

#28

I'm signing because for many people insulin pumps are their best chance at managing their type 1 diabetes. Preventative medicine saves costs down the road!

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-13)

#40

No one with diabetes, especially type 1 should have any more of a difficult time managing their blood glucose than someone who is under 18

(East St. Paul, 2017-12-13)

#44

As a type 1 diabetic and a physician, I recognize the importance of different therapeutic options in optimizing glycemic control. I strongly agree with Josh that age MUST NOT be a determiner of access to appropriate medical interventions

(Brooklyn, 2017-12-13)

#48

I agree with this petition

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-13)

#67

I am signing because, as a resident of Ontario, but former Manitoban, I can't actually believe that the pump is not covered in Manitoba for adults over age 18. Several of my friends and students use the pump here, and I see how their quality of life is so positively impacted by using the pump. It is time for Manitoba to recognize the basic qualitative benefit of the pump, to consider it a basic life necessity for diabetic adults as well as children, and to cover it!

(Thornhill, 2017-12-13)

#72

This is an important issue that should be brought up to put pressure on the government to make a change in the age restriction.

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-14)

#75

I believe in what Josh is saying. Good work Joshua.

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-14)

#78

I'm signing because I believe

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-14)

#89

Love

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-14)

#93

As someone living with Diabetes and the pump, I find it appalling that coverage for the pump varies provincially.

Access to technology that can improve quality of life should not come at a cost.

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-15)

#99

All those with diabetes need access to everything they need.

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-16)

#104

I am also a type 1 diabetic. I love my insulin pump, but not the cost.

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-16)

#109

I am married to a type 1 diabetic who has used an insulin pump for a few years. I believe it has dramatically improved her physical and emotional health and well-being compared to the use of needle therapy, however the cost is high. Not only is the pump not covered by our provincial health care or benefits provider, it is also not made to last more than four or five years before needing replacement. This means we will continually have to pay hundreds of dollars each year for as long as we live in this province just for her to be able to maintain her well-being.

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-16)

#111

My 26 year old daughter has had type 1 diabetes since the age of 5. Her long term health and well being are completely dependent on her insulin pump. However, the cost puts he life at risk.

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-16)

#113

My 5 year old son was diagnosed as type 1 diabetic last June at the age of 4. My son eventually will require/need an insulin pump and the cost of it is a factor. He needs insulin to survive... it's the difference between life and death for him.

(West St. Paul, 2017-12-17)

#114

It's the right thing to do.

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-17)

#123

I’m signing because I’ve had T1D for 58 years this January, 2018. I think if the government isn’t going to regulate the cost controlled by the pharmaceutical companies for the drugs and equipment to administer those drugs for a disease that is not the fault of the T1D, then they should cover that cost!

(Morden, 2017-12-18)

#124

I’m signing this because I too have diabetes and completely agree that age is not a factor to be considered for assigning insulin pumps. I hope you get this worked out.
Best of luck Josh,
Keep fighting the good fight

(Vermilion, 2017-12-19)

#125

Pumps and supplies should be covered for all T1D’s across the country!

(West Vancouver, 2017-12-19)

#127

I'm signing because I regulate my own medication as well. One slip up and I could be in the hospital too. Good luck Josh

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-19)

#128

I’m signing in hopes that my child won’t have to give up the insulin pump that has made life so much easier. The pump has given flexibility while participating in sports and school, these activities don’t end at 18 if anything life becomes more hectic and extra help is needed to regulate blood sugars. Any medical device that can help regulate blood sugars and prevent complications due to this disease shouldn’t come at such a high cost.

(Souris, 2017-12-19)

#129

In live with T1D and was diagnosed on my 18th birthday.

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-19)

#134

I agree with this and I am a Type 2 diabetic.

(Portage La Prairie, 2017-12-19)

#136

This is an extremely meaningful cause, and as an advocate, Josh deserves all the help he can get on this!

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-19)

#140

I’m signing because I have had T1D for over 10 years all while using multi daily injections to control my blood sugar level. Even with close monitoring it is very difficult to control, therefore I and many others like me would benefit immensely from having proper access to an insulin pump and continuous glucose monitor. As a dialysis nurse I have seen over and over how the long term effects of diabetes can put a strain on individuals and a larger burden on the healthcare system. It would be more beneficial for government to adopt health promotional interventions such as insulin pump coverage without age restriction rather than waiting until people become sick in hospital with astronomical healthcare costs to manage chronic disease complications.

(Winnipeg, 2017-12-21)

#141

I gave a daughter who has type 1 diabetes and also a nephew. The cost of insulin, insulin pumps and test strips is very expensive and insulin pumps should be covered they make a huge difference to maintaining good blood sugar control and many type 1 diabetics over she 18 simply can't afford them

(Brandon Manitobs, 2017-12-22)

#145

I'm a type one diabetic and I need insulin pump coverage. It isn't a luxury. It's a life saving device that all diabetics should have access to.

(Winkler, 2018-01-12)

#147

My husband is currently facing the same battle. He needs an insulin pump and financially stressed about the cost coming out of our own pockets to cover it.

(Austin, 2018-01-22)

#148

My son-in-law has been living with diabetes since he was a child and the costs are ridiculous for his family!

(Ninette, 2018-07-18)