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Selling Diabetic Test Strips 

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If you have thought of it before but aren't quite sure how to go about it, then you have come to the right place. If you have extra diabetic test strips you no longer need, you can sell them instead of throwing them out. Yes, it is completely legal. A lot of diabetics do not know that they can make cash for diabetic test strips, so they end up just throwing out their extras most of the time.

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Those who do sell their diabetic test strips do so for various reasons. A lot of diabetics who get their test strips from mail order companies usually end up with receiving more than enough boxes. There are various reasons for this, like changing the frequency for testing, having to shift to a different brand or maybe the family member using it has passed away. Take a look at this link for more info. 

 

So why should one sell extra test strips?
There are two main important reasons for this. You can help other diabetics who cannot afford to buy test strips at full price and you are also helping yourself earn extra money. A lot of people cannot afford test strips at full price because their insurance may not cover them or still cost a lot even with the help of insurance, some just straight up do not have insurance as well. So no matter what your reason is for selling the strips, they will surely help those who are in need of a large discount. To gather more awesome ideas, click here to get started

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Who buys test strips?
It is quite easy to find buyers on the internet for diabetic test strips, all you need to do is to run a search and you will find people who are willing to pay up to $10 per box. If you are lucky, you might even come across those who pay twice that amount. You can find companies or individuals who are looking for extra test strips to buy at a discount.

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It is important that you sell unopened and undamaged boxes that is far from its expiry date - preferably size months or more from the date. However, there are those who still buy short dated and even damaged boxes, but for a much lesser price.

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Basically, the choice of selling the diabetic strips is up to you. However, this is definitely better than just throwing them out. This way, it can benefit other people who actually need it. It is a win-win situation anyway, since you get to earn a few extra dollars while helping fellow diabetics out as well.

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