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Wednesday
Dec122012

Readi Pak from Sanofi (GiveAway)

 



Did you know that Sanofi recently launched a multi-purpose bag venture? I didn't either. The entire thing seemed a bit odd to me at first, so I reached out to them with a few questions. 

 

Was Readi Pak a company that Sanofi took over/rebranded?

Sanofi US designed Readi Pak after recognizing a need for a convenient and discreet way for people living with diabetes to carry around their diabetes supplies.


What made Sanofi get into this business? What is the goal?

Sanofi strives to help people manage the complex challenges of diabetes by going beyond the molecule to develop and deliver best-in-class innovative, integrated and personalized solutions that address real needs people have in managing their diabetes every day. We designed the Readi Pak after recognizing a need for a convenient and discreet way for people living with diabetes to carry around diabetes supplies. To make this a relevant solution, we wanted input on the design and usability of the bags from those newly diagnosed with diabetes and shared our early prototypes with a small local student group (many of whom have type 1) for their feedback and opinions. We are pleased to offer new products such as the Readi Pak in order to help people manage their diabetes every day.

 

Are there plans to expand with other products?

At this time, this is a pilot program and we do not have any plans to expand or other products under development.  However, our vision is to serve as a valued partner to the diabetes community by listening and engaging in a dialogue directly with people living with diabetes, and these conversations help us identify new opportunities to provide diabetes solutions that are truly relevant.

 

Now it makes sense to me why the company that makes Arden's insulin got involved in the D-accessory business. I've seen and used a Readi Pak and it's a solid product, appears very well made and was designed with diabetes in mind. It comes with a removable kit for your more often touched supplies and has plenty of room for all of the rest. It even has a reusable ice pack. 

Enough of all that, let's get to the fun part.

I have three Readi Paks, one Camouflage, one Blue and one Pink Swirl (that I used to evaluate the bag (it's clean/new don't worry) to give away. I don't have many giveaways so please don't expect an elaborate system to be put in place to choose the winners. What you can expect is this... I'll be putting names in a hat and then asking Arden to draw them out. I assume no liability and offer no warrantee for the bags. If that sounds good to you... read on.

Anyone living in the U.S. (and that's only because I'm paying shipping) that is interested in winning a Readi Pak should comment below "Please Enter Me". Be sure to leave your email address in the provided place so I can contact you for a mailing address if you win. The drawing will be, let's say, Saturday, December, 22, 2012. Entries arriving before 9 AM on that day will be included in the drawing. Please include your color choice in the comment and I'll do my best to get it to you. There is only one rule, please just one entry per physical mailing address. 

To learn more about the Readi Pak and to see the other colors, go to https://www.readionthego.com

I was not compensated by Sanofi/Readi Pak for this post. I'm even giving away the bag that was offered to Arden.

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Reader Comments (33)

My old bag is on it's way out so this would be great! Thanks.....

December 14, 2012 | Unregistered CommenterSheila

Please enter me - Blue

December 17, 2012 | Unregistered CommenterKevin

Please enter me- camo or blue. Thanks :)

December 17, 2012 | Unregistered CommenterAmy Sanchez

Please enter me. My daughter like the aqua swirl bag. Thank you so much!!
ggaitan28@yahoo.com

December 19, 2012 | Unregistered Commenterggaitan28

Please enter me. Casey would like the pink swirl or the Camo bag. :). Thanks!

December 20, 2012 | Unregistered CommenterCarol

Hi there! Please enter my name for the drawing. My 8 yr old son would love the camo bag. Thanks so much!

December 21, 2012 | Unregistered CommenterJolene

Would be cool to see this thing in person, so Please Enter Me! Blue or camo would be nice. Thanks.

December 21, 2012 | Unregistered CommenterMike Durbin

Please enter us! Birdie_et@yahoo.com

December 21, 2012 | Unregistered CommenterBridget Summers

I'm horrible about following directions! We would love any color. My sweet Serenity loves everything!

December 21, 2012 | Unregistered CommenterBridget Summers

No more entires after this comment.

We'll be holding the drawing and announcing the winners this weekend!

December 22, 2012 | Registered CommenterScott Benner

Congratulations to the winners of my Readi Pak GiveAway!

Erin wins the Pink bag!
Shelley wins the Blue bag!
Bridget wins the Camo bag!

Props to Sanofi US Diabetes for providing the bags and thanks to all of you for entering and for reading Arden's Day.

Winners will be contacted by email today.

Video of Arden drawing the winners is available on our FaceBook Page

https://www.facebook.com/ArdensDay

December 24, 2012 | Registered CommenterScott Benner

i think the readionthego bags are cool and a good idea for any one that takes insulin. type 1 or type 2 any chance can i get one.

April 10, 2013 | Unregistered Commentersandra brannan

The GiveAway ended in December 2012. Thank you!

April 10, 2013 | Registered CommenterScott Benner

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