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April 20, 2009 - Deltec Cozmo Switch Program MEDTRONIC

Medtronic SWITCH Program Summary
Program Effective: May, June, July 2009

In response to Smiths Medical's decision to discontinue their diabetes business, and in the spirit of Medtronic's 25 year commitment to helping people manage their diabetes, we'd like to offer a helping hand.

For a limited time, Medtronic is offering the Medtronic Cares Program* — providing easy access to our MiniMed Paradigm REAL-Time System — the only insulin pump powered by REAL-Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring.**

At Medtronic, we lead the way in life-changing innovation and dedicated help and support. In uncertain times, rest assured that Medtronic is here for you around the clock, today and into the future.

Better Living Now can provide you supplies for ALL your insulin pump and diabetes supplies.

For more information regarding SWITCH Programs, please contact Better Living Now:

Phone: 1.800.854.5729
Email: InsulinPump@BetterLivingNow.com

Medtronic
Summary Leading the way in life-changing innovation and dedicated help and support. Easy access to MiniMed Paradigm REAL-Time System.

Insulin pump Recertified*** 722 or 522
Warrantee 2 year
Continuous glucose monitor Real-Time is not included with the above
Rebate Details Total rebate-$1300.00 $500 for exchanged Deltec Cozmo® pump, $200 each for on-line survey (takes 2 hours) , survey filled out every 3 months – 4 surveys total
Other
Total out of pocket expense $0 if pump exchanges and all surveys completed
New prescription required
Insurance authorization
Program effective May, June, July 2009

* This offer is available to any U.S. patient using an in-warranty non-Medtronic insulin pump.

** Pursuant to a value package based on prices offered to uninsured, cash-pay patients.

*** Link to pump displays new REAL-Time System for reference purposes,
this program is offering a recertified pump.

 

Health Tip #:002

Boost The Fiber In Your Diet

Dietary fiber has been shown to be beneficial to good health. An indigestible carbohydrate found in plant foods dietary fiber comes in two forms. One, insoluble fiber, may help prevent colon cancer. Good sources are whole grains, high-fiber cereals, fruits and vegetables. The other, soluble fiber helps lower blood cholesterol and especially important for diabetics, may help control blood glucose by slowing the digestion of dietary glucose. Soluble fiber is found in oats, legumes, fruits, and vegetables.

Just a few changes can be incorporated for any lifestyle with ease. To boost fiber:
1. Include plenty of beans and lentils in meals. These members of the legume family-which also includes peas, soybeans, and peanuts-are loaded with protein and minerals.
2. If the peel on the fruit and vegetable is edible, leave it on for more fiber.
3. Opt for whole grain breads and crackers. To tell whether a product is high fiber, check the label. Make sure the first ingredient is whole wheat or another type of whole grain flour.

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