I was reading a friend’s blog today and found this interesting post on it. Those of you that know me know how much I love Medtronic’s pumps and CGMS, but WHOA!!!!…. this is kind of upsetting. Give it a read and think about what message they are trying to send to their Hero wannabes.
From Marcus’ “Sweet Victory” blog:
http://certainintelligence.blogspot.com/2008/03/medtronic-sucks.html
Jerry and Marcus, you are both D-Heros in my book!
he·ro
–noun, plural -roes; for 5 also -ros.
1. a man of distinguished courage or ability, admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities.
2. a person who, in the opinion of others, has heroic qualities or has performed a heroic act and is regarded as a model or ideal: He was a local hero when he saved the drowning child.
3. the principal male character in a story, play, film, etc.
4. Runners 40 years and older, who have had diabetes for more than 15 years
OUTRAGED,
Jamie, The Diabetic Runner
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Thanks for the kudos, Jamie. I hope that as the word gets out, Medtronic and the Twin Cities Marathon will decide to do the right thing.
I noticed and appreciated the shamrock banners. Sorry I didn’t mention it before.
Jerry
Easter baskets! I wondered what you’d have up your sleeve after the shamrock banners. Nice touch. Happy Easter to you and your family!
Please see:
http://dommy.com/ihaterunning/2008/03/28/medtronic-guidelines/
Medtronic has updated the Global Heroes guidelines page with a “Learn more” link next to the rule about diabetics over 40.
Unfortunately, instead of actually leading anyone to information, where they could learn more, the link leads to an ignorant explanation for their ridiculous rule.
An open letter to the Medical Director of the Twin Cities Marathon.
http://t1d-runner.blogspot.com/2008/04/correcting-ignorant-prejudice-against.html
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