The FreeStyle Libre delivers positive health outcomes for both type 1 and type 2 diabetes, according to real-world data.
The newly-released findings show the system improves glucose control, increases time in target glucose range and reduces time in hyperglycaemia and hypoglycaemia.
A digital service to support people with type 2 diabetes starting on once-daily long-acting insulin therapy has been presented by Roche Diabetes Care.
RocheDiabetes InsulinStart was unveiled on Tuesday, February 19, on day one of the 13th International Conference on Advanced Technologies & Treatments for Diabetes (ATTD) in Madrid, Spain. Pilots are currently being conducted to gain user feedback.
The importance of accuracy among blood glucose monitoring systems (BGMSs) has been highlighted in study findings unveiled at the International Conference on Advanced Technologies & Treatments for Diabetes (ATTD) 2020.
At the Madrid event, Ascensia presented data from a research paper that assessed the performance of BGMSs when used with mobile applications (apps) for diabetes management.
Research drives improvements to frontline healthcare. The evidence it generates is at the core of medical innovations, pathways and treatments.
Our brand new Behind the Science feature will tackle the latest developments, discussions and approaches and what they mean to healthcare professionals working in diabetes care.
We ask experts to delve deeper into their speciality, providing a unique approach and insight into their work. This month’s article is written by X-PERT’s Chief Executive Dr Trudi Deakin and Digital Health Lead Matthew Whitaker.
A founder of one of the world’s leading digital healthcare companies has been recognised for his contribution and impact on society at a top awards ceremony.
Arjun Panesar, CEO and Head of Artificial Intelligence of Diabetes Digital Media (DDM) is the innovator behind the award-winning Low Carb Program and the recipient of Imperial College London’s inaugural Emerging Alumni Leaders Award.
The company that developed the award-winning Low Carb Program has been recognised as one of Coventry’s Best Places for Business by The Sunday Times newspaper.
Diabetes Digital Media (DDM), which provides digital solutions that engage people with proven, peer-reviewed clinical health outcomes, was tipped as ‘one to watch’ because of its impactful and innovative approach in digital healthcare.
Two leading companies have announced a major collaboration to create pioneering diabetes technology for the future.
Abbott, the world leader in glucose sensing technology, and Insulet, the global leader in tubeless insulin pumps, are to work together to create a smart and accurate integrated technology that automatically adjusts insulin delivery based on personalised glucose data.
DIY artificial pancreas systems study day announced
Healthcare professionals are being given the opportunity to learn more about Do-it-Yourself artificial pancreas systems and type 1 diabetes management at a forthcoming study day. To read more, click here.
A group of diabetes specialists say clearer signposting is urgently needed to speed up rapid access to multidisciplinary footcare teams to reduce amputations among those with the condition. To read more, click here.
An “ambitious programme” of free regional ABCD meetings for diabetes multidisciplinary care teams to deliver high-quality education are being planned for 2020, it has been announced. To read more, click here.
Claire has worked for the Frimley Health Foundation Trust for 14 years and in that time has seen many different changes within diabetes care.
Find out what she thinks have been the biggest developments in diabetes care in the last decade and what her greatest career achievement has been to date.
Recruitment starts for global research study into keto diet
A global research study into digital innovation and the ketogenic diet has been launched by the makers of the award-winning Low Carb Program. To read more, click here.
Women with genetically higher testosterone levels have a 37 per cent higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes, researchers have found. To read more, click here.
The popular type 1 Diabetes Discovery Days from JDRF have returned for 2020 with the first event having started in Northampton last weekend. To read more, click here.
Ascensia supported this years’ Spare a Rose campaign, which helps provide insulin, education and supplies to children with the condition. To read more, click here.
Bradford, Harrow and Leicester have the highest prevalence of diabetes in the country, according to figures released by Diabetes UK. To read more, click here.
A schedule of events covering diabetes-related medicine, management and challenges has been released by the Royal Society of Medicine (RSM). To read more, click here.
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