Dexcom G6 Continuous Glucose Monitor

Dexcom G6 is one of the most advanced CGM (continuous glucose monitoring) systems available on the market. Developed and produced by Dexcom, a tech company based in San Diego, California, the Dexcom G6 offers seamless mobile app connectivity without the need to use a separate receiver. It has also been approved for use by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration), primarily because its readings are accurate enough and the system does not require regular calibration using fingerstick tests. Pros and cons of the Dexcom CGM G6   Pros Users can wear sensors for up to…

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FDA Approved – Abbott’s FreeStyle Pro Bloodless Glucose Meter

Abbott’s FreeStyle Libre Pro System Receives FDA Approval For Medical Practitioners To Use With Diabetes Patients. On 28th September 2016, Abbott announced that the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) had approved the FreeStyle Libre Pro System, a bloodless glucose monitor for use by healthcare professionals on diabetes patients. The system is designed to empower physicians to provide better management of diabetes. The system provides physicians with a clear visual snapshot of blood glucose data, commonly known as AGP (Ambulatory Glucose Profile). Besides giving a clear and simplified view of the blood glucose levels, healthcare providers…

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