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1 book please

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Northerner said:
I've reviewed a few here and have a 'listmania' list on Amazon called 'Best Diabetes Books', if you want to know my recommendations.🙂 I've just got a few more out of the library and hope to write reviews here of them soon.
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Listmania?? can you post the link Northe'? Might 'ave a perusal (spelling?)
 
I have received "Think Like a Pancreas" when I've finished reading it (approx. 2012) I'll let you know what I think:D
 
Just wanted to add that I bought Ragnar Hanas' book on Type 1 diabetes in children and young people, and found it very useful and readable. I like the way it summarises lots of research findings, and has real-life examples that aren't as simplistic as the ones they give in the clinic.

It gave me some new ideas, and also I liked the chapter on complications, as it shows graphs of HbA1c against rate of complications - so it shows how much you can reduce your risk, rather than just depressing you like Balance magazine does!

I lent it to my colleague who has had T1 for 15 years and he really liked it too and is going to buy his own copy, so it just goes to show that you can learn new things even after a long time.
 
Pigeon said:
Just wanted to add that I bought Ragnar Hanas' book on Type 1 diabetes in children and young people, and found it very useful and readable. I like the way it summarises lots of research findings, and has real-life examples that aren't as simplistic as the ones they give in the clinic.

It gave me some new ideas, and also I liked the chapter on complications, as it shows graphs of HbA1c against rate of complications - so it shows how much you can reduce your risk, rather than just depressing you like Balance magazine does!

I lent it to my colleague who has had T1 for 15 years and he really liked it too and is going to buy his own copy, so it just goes to show that you can learn new things even after a long time.
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i realise this is an old thread but I was actually given a new copy of Dr Ragnas book by my DSN, admitedly I have had issues with accepting so she may have given it me as a tactic so I read it in my own time and space. Its a fab book for reference in all aspects of life and diabetes, I highly recommend it...recently been reading about diabetes and pregnancy, oh darn it OK! I'll practice if I have to!!! LOL!
 
I have decided now I've got a better grip on my diabetes and how things work, and having been on carb-counting, that I'm ready for a book!

I wanted a book before but thought without much knowledge I might end up feeling a bit lost.

Now to decide which book to get based on these posts!! .....
 
is 'Type 1 diabetes in children. adolescents and young adults' 4th edn just a newer version of the link you gave Alan?

I just don't want to get the wrong one!! It says it is the US edition....but the orange cover one doesn't state which country it's for lol HELP!

Thanks 🙂
 
imtrying said:
is 'Type 1 diabetes in children. adolescents and young adults' 4th edn just a newer version of the link you gave Alan?

I just don't want to get the wrong one!! It says it is the US edition....but the orange cover one doesn't state which country it's for lol HELP!

Thanks 🙂
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This is the one I would go for Katie, the US version probably has everything in mg/dl!

Type 1 Diabetes in Children, Adolescents and Young Adults
 
imtrying said:
thanks very much Alan....going to get this one and the Type 1 Diabetes for Dummies book!

even I might be able to learn something! 🙂
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Treat it as a pick and put down type of book. Probably good for visits to the loo ! :D

You can read it several times and not get certain bits but others will suddenly make sense. It is very well written and very relevant.🙂

Rob
 
thanks Rob, I'll give that approach a go.....

WHEN I GET THEM!!!!!!!!!! They still haven't even been dispatched yet!!!!!!!!! 😡 any time this week is the estimated dispatch date. God knows what they've been doing for the last week!

This is what I dislike about Amazon!
 
Are the books mentioned regularly updated to reflect current thinking together with the latest developments & research?
 
have received one book today :D Type 1 Diabetes for Dummies! lol

but email yesterday that said the other book is delayed due to supplier or something...expected to be dispatched next week now 😡
 
imtrying said:
have received one book today :D Type 1 Diabetes for Dummies! lol

but email yesterday that said the other book is delayed due to supplier or something...expected to be dispatched next week now 😡
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Katie, I've just discovered that there is a new UK edition due out on 6th of March:

Type 1 Diabetes in Children Adolescents by Ragnar Hanas.

Looks like you ordered yours just as the old stock ran out and that is the reason for the delay. Might be worth emailing and saying you want the new edition due to the delays.
 
Northerner said:
Katie, I've just discovered that there is a new UK edition due out on 6th of March:

Type 1 Diabetes in Children Adolescents by Ragnar Hanas.

Looks like you ordered yours just as the old stock ran out and that is the reason for the delay. Might be worth emailing and saying you want the new edition due to the delays.
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Thanks very much Alan, very kind of you to let me know. I've just dropped them an email so will see what they come back with.
 
Northerner said:
What's the outcome Katie? Will you be getting the latest edition?
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Hi Alan,

I emailed Amazon and asked them to find out what was happening. I've had several emails from them but just saying the issue is still outstanding as they're waiting to hear from the supplier....

so back to the waiting game!! 🙂
 
Hi, I FINALLY got an answer!! I get the impression that Amazon customer services have been given the runaround by the publisher/their supplier. But they have now confirmed that I will be getting the new version of the book 🙂

Now just have to see how long it takes to get to me!! lol
 
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