Diabetes Management

Dexcom Denies FDA Claims

Summary This article discusses the FDA warning letter issued to Dexcom regarding unauthorized changes to their glucose monitors. Dexcom refutes the FDA’s claims, stating they only qualified a second raw material source and didn’t change […]

Diabetes Management

Medications That Raise Blood Sugar

Summary This article explores common medications known to elevate blood glucose levels, impacting diabetes management. We delve into the mechanisms behind these effects and discuss strategies for mitigating risks. Understanding these potential side effects empowers […]

Diabetes Management

Stem Cell Transplant Reverses Type 1 Diabetes

Summary A groundbreaking stem cell transplant has allowed a type 1 diabetes patient to produce insulin, potentially eliminating the need for injections. This world-first procedure used the patient’s own cells, minimizing the risk of rejection […]

Diabetes Management

Electricity Recharges Insulin Response

Summary New research shows electrical stimulation of cells improves insulin response in type 2 diabetes, potentially offering a new treatment approach. This breakthrough involves regenerating cells in the gut related to blood sugar control using […]

Diabetes Management

Smart Insulin: A Diabetes Revolution

Summary Smart insulin, currently under development, promises to revolutionize diabetes management by automatically adjusting to blood glucose levels, minimizing the need for constant monitoring and injections. This advancement offers hope for better blood sugar control, […]

Diabetes Management

Revolutionizing Type 1 Diabetes Care in Rwanda

Summary This article explores Rwanda’s innovative approach to managing type 1 diabetes in youth, focusing on digital health advancements and educational camps. The integrated strategy emphasizes patient empowerment, data-driven insights, and community support. It highlights […]

Diabetes Management

ATTD 2025: Diabetes Tech Leaps

Summary The ATTD 2025 conference in Amsterdam showcased exciting advancements in diabetes management, including improved AID systems, more accurate and longer-lasting CGMs, and smart insulin pens. These technologies aim to simplify diabetes management and improve […]

Diabetes Management

Smart MDI: Minimizing Glucose Highs

Summary Medtronic’s Smart MDI system aims to simplify diabetes management and minimize glucose highs for people using multiple daily injections (MDI). The system combines the InPen smart insulin pen with the Simplera continuous glucose monitor […]