Diabetes Technology

Diabetes Technology
Types of Diabetes Technology
Blood Glucose Meters: Uses, Types, and More
Blood glucose meters measure and display a person’s blood sugar level at a single moment in time.

Continuous Glucose Monitors
Continuous glucose monitors show real-time glucose values, replacing the need for fingersticks.

Insulin Pumps, Pens, and Syringes
Discover different options for insulin delivery, from insulin pumps to smart injection pens to syringes and vials.

Automated Insulin Delivery (AID)
Here’s what you need to know about the latest hybrid closed loop delivery systems for diabetes management, plus how to get started if you’re new to automated insulin delivery.

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With so many things happening in the diabetes tech world, it can be hard to keep up. Stay up to date here with the latest diabetes tech news and alerts.
Fully Closed Loop: Automated Insulin Delivery Takes the Next Step
Key takeaways:
- Fully closed loop systems take automated insulin delivery a step further by skipping meal announcements.
- People with diabetes in the open source community are using fully closed loop systems, and diabetes technology makers are developing and testing these systems for future submission to the FDA.
- People who have used fully closed loop systems say they reduce the burden of daily diabetes management.
8 Apps To Improve Your Time in Range
Diabetes apps like Glucose Buddy, eddii, mySugr, ChatCGM, and Happy Bob can be useful tools to monitor and improve blood glucose measures, including time in range.
4 Free Apps That Sync With Blood Glucose Meters
Key takeaways:
- Free smartphone apps can help you gain insight into the blood sugar readings from your blood glucose meter.
- These apps provide a visual display of your readings over time, which can be helpful in spotting trends.
- The apps also make it easier to share your data with your healthcare provider for recommending adjustments.