An 8-2 panel vote finds that benefits of using Dexcom’s G5 CGM for dosing insulin outweigh the risks; patient advocates provide compelling testimonies

New ADA guidelines encourage interrupting long periods of sitting: improved blood glucose management and insulin sensitivity

Providers and patients will now see the same data - stay tuned for IBM Watson!

TCOYD’s CGM Medicare Appeals Assistance Program may be able to help!

Plus, a partnership with UCSF to drive better research.

# DiabetesEmpowerment: support people with type 2 diabetes by uploading a motivating video, photo, or quote!

Available in US physicians’ offices in the next couple weeks; Real-time version submitted to FDA!

FDA expands use to people with mild to moderate kidney disease.

Understanding the UnitedHealthcare/Medtronic partnership in the context of the Affordable Care Act.

College Diabetes Network’s free “Off to College” booklets on overcoming diabetes challenges during the college transition

Glucose, food, exercise, and even DIY closed loop on the phone

Making major improvements over current standard of care – how does this new treatment work? The FDA recently approved a new indication for a product that has been used...

A1c cannot capture the whole picture – hypoglycemia, time in range, and quality of life add so much more!

Data from Bluetooth-enabled meter can now be shared with other health tracking apps.

Patients with high A1c levels could achieve greater blood glucose control from the start.

less risk of diabetes complications, lower A1c, improved weight loss and hypoglycemia; led by Novo Nordisk’s Victoza and semaglutide

How will this expansion help tackle urban diabetes worldwide?

Close 12-11 vote in favor of label update. Plus, nearly 40% reduction in kidney disease shown at ADA.

The First Lady’s ongoing initiatives to improve children’s nutrition, health, and wellbeing

Abbott’s free Android app for caregivers is now available