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November, A Month Of Hope
With November coming to an end, it’s a good time to reflect on the different diabetes events I had attended, each one leaving me with hope and inspiration to keep doing what I do. Read more
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YpsoPump – Six Years On
It’s been six years since I started the YpsoPump. A few iterations, mods and updates later…I’m still convinced that it’s the GOAT! Read more
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Every Day Is A New Day
Sometimes you just need a little boost and a reminder that you’re doing great. Read more
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Connecting the Dots
After a busy week at the Australasian Diabetes Congress, I reflect on my beginnings, how I have grown as an advocate and how I give back. Read more
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The Frustrations of Diabetes Tech
A purely venting post on the frustrations of diabetes technology. The same technology we rely on to live and make our lives easier. Sometimes I wonder if it’s all worth it. Read more
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Finding Your Clinical Diabetes Support Crew
Just because I work in the diabetes space, doesn’t mean I’m always on top of my own diabetes care. My recent visit with the diabetes educator reminded me on the importance of having a good clinical team to support me. Read more
Welcome to my Bittersweet Diagnosis Blog
When I started this blog in 2011, I never thought it would be going over 10 years later. Writing is my way of reflecting and processing the world around me. Over time, I didn’t realise my stories resonated with others or helped them to learn more about living with diabetes. And so it is the power of sharing stories that keeps me going with this blog.
Initially, I named my blog “Bittersweet Diagnosis” as that is exactly how I feel about my diabetes. Learning to live with a chronic condition as intensive as diabetes has been one of the toughest challenges I’m still navigating. Yet along the way, diabetes has made me grow and develop into a better person, physically and mentally.
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Dr Ashley Ng 