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Empowering Healthcare Professionals to Support Type-1 Diabetes Patients Using Open-Source Automated Insulin Delivery Systems
The rapid evolution of Type-1 diabetes (T1D) management technology has left many traditional healthcare systems playing catch-up. Among the most significant innovations are the Open-Source Automated Insulin Delivery (OSAID) systems (Loop, AAPS, Trio, OpenAPS) and Nightscout , a real-time data-sharing and visualization tool. These technologies are transforming lives—yet the knowledge gap between those who use them and those who support them is growing wider. So, who will train
Mike Sommer
Oct 142 min read
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Automated Insulin Delivery: Why I Choose Open-Source Over Commercial Algorithms
Gigi cruising St Pete In my last post, I shared how technology transformed my life with Type 1 diabetes after decades of struggle. That...
Michael Sommer
Sep 23 min read
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Just Another T1d
Perspective FDA Commissioner Marty Makary How Dr. Marty Makary’s FDA Leadership and Frontline Experience Could Accelerate a Cure for Type...
Michael Sommer
Jul 183 min read
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Data-Driven Diabetes Management
And Other Open-Source Automated Insulin Delivery Systems (AAPS, TRIO, OpenAPS) American Diabetes Association  (ADA) The 2025 ADA...
Mike Sommer
Jul 183 min read
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Open-Source Automated Insulin Delivery
Open-source automated insulin delivery (AID) systems like Loop are no longer fringe technology—they’re being embraced by a growing number...
Mike Sommer
Jun 103 min read
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Copy of Escaping the Slog: My Journey from T1D Burnout to Empowerment
Living with Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a relentless, never-ending task. The daily grind of blood sugar checks, insulin doses, and constant...
Mike Sommer
May 202 min read
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Unlocking the Power of Loop: Your Personal CoPilot for Open-Source Loop
The world of diabetes technology is evolving fast, and open-source Automated Insulin Delivery (AID) systems like Loop are transforming...
Mike Sommer
Mar 63 min read
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Who are Experts in Type-1 Diabetes Management?
Lived Experience has immense value in chronic conditions. How will that be captured with T1d? Living with Type-1 diabetes (T1d) is a...
Mike Sommer
Oct 13, 20243 min read
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Who is in Control of Your Life? You or Type-1 Diabetes?
Living with Type 1 diabetes is a balancing act. Some days, you feel in control—your blood glucose, diet, and exercise routine—all as...
Mike Sommer
Oct 3, 20243 min read
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My Type 1 Diabetes Journey
My Type 1 Diabetes (T1d) journey began on Christmas Day 1973 at the age of 12. It was my sister, a nursing student and fellow T1d, who...
Mike Sommer
Aug 27, 20243 min read
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Escaping the Slog: My Journey from T1D Burnout to Empowerment
Living with Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a relentless, never-ending task. The daily grind of blood sugar checks, insulin doses, and constant...
Michael Sommer
Aug 19, 20242 min read
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What important characteristics are added to Type-1 diabetes HealthCare Providers if they have T1d themselves? AI Answers
How important is it to people with type-1 diabetes to have a healthcare provider that also has type-1 diabetes? Having a healthcare...
Mike Sommer
Jul 20, 20242 min read
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Type 1 Diabetes Patients: An answer to the Type-1 Diabetes HCP shortage?
Due to the increasing scarcity of healthcare providers, especially endocrinologists, individuals with type 1 diabetes encounter...
Mike Sommer
Jun 12, 20242 min read
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Type 1 Diabetes - The DIY Disease
Type 1 Diabetes has always been DIY
Mike Sommer
Apr 18, 20242 min read
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