More News from Around the World: CGM on Prescription in UK
The Dexcom ONE real-time Continuous Glucose Monitoring (rt-CGM) System is now available to be prescribed across the United Kingdom. The decision follows new guidelines from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) which recommends adults with type 1 diabetes should be offered a choice of glucose sensor, children should be offered rt-CGM and […]
UK – NICE Evaluation of Dexcom 6
The UK National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has evaluated the Dexcom 6 real-time continuous glucose monitoring system. The innovative aspects are that the Dexcom G6 continuously measures glucose levels using a sensor inserted under the skin instead of routine fingerprick blood glucose testing. Glucose measurements can be shared remotely with carers and […]
900 Try an Artificial Pancreas
Nearly 900 patients in England with Type 1 diabetes have been given a hybrid closed-loop system (HCL) artificial pancreas in a pilot study to test the effectiveness of the technology. An HCL continually monitors blood glucose and automatically adjusts the amount of insulin that is given through a pump. The trial is being run in […]