share When you think of blood sugar monitoring, you probably think of diabetes management. But here's the twist: Even if you don't have diabetes, paying attention to your blood sugar…
WebMD The impact of type 1 diabetes on mental health People with type 1 diabetes are more prone to depression. They are burdened with having to constantly monitor their condition.…
Historically, checking your blood glucose (blood sugar) level required pricking your finger and dropping blood onto a test strip. People with diabetes may have had to do this multiple times…
ABS-CBN News Can “Smart” Insulin Help Treat Type 1 Diabetes? Type 1 diabetes patients require a strict routine to monitor their blood sugar levels. “Smart” insulin could help ease symptoms.…
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain A new narrative review led by researchers from University College London (UCL) and Birmingham Children's Hospital has found a lack of evidence supporting the effectiveness of…
There's a new way for people with type 1 diabetes to control their blood sugar levels, and medical experts are calling it groundbreaking. “I was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes…
Underlying technology A brief history of CGM CGM is a wearable technology that allows users to track their blood sugar levels in real time. Historically, people with type 1 or…
Omaha, Nebraska — When Creighton basketball player Isaac Trout’s teammates take a break during practice, they might chat while drinking water or work on a task. Trout does the same,…
○March 5, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) First over-the-counter continuous blood glucose monitor approved, for people who have type 2 diabetes but are not taking insulin to manage their…
Important points The FDA has granted marketing approval for the first OTC continuous glucose monitor. The wearable device, manufactured by Dexcom, is expected to hit the market this summer. This…