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- NuGen launches needle-free insulin delivery device in Canada
- Cardinal Health recalls certain insulin syringe component packs
- Insulet prevails in IP battle with patch pump maker EOFlow
- Embecta to lay off 118 in Massachusetts following patch pump program discontinuation
- Glucotrack begins enrollment for first human trial of continuous blood glucose monitor
- Modular Medical brings in $8.2M
- Embecta discontinues insulin patch pump program, plans restructuring
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Insulet prevails in IP battle with patch pump maker EOFlow
By Sean Whooley
Insulet (Nasdaq:PODD) announced that it successfully defended its intellectual property against EOFlow in U.S. federal court. Both companies develop automated insulin delivery systems utilizing patch pump technology. Insulet offers the … [Read More...] about Insulet prevails in IP battle with patch pump maker EOFlow
Embecta to lay off 118 in Massachusetts following patch pump program discontinuation
By Sean Whooley
Embecta (Nasdaq:EMBC) filed with the state of Massachusetts to confirm a workforce reduction affecting 118 employees. The state received Embecta's Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) submission on Nov. 26 — the same day it … [Read More...] about Embecta to lay off 118 in Massachusetts following patch pump program discontinuation
Glucotrack begins enrollment for first human trial of continuous blood glucose monitor
By Sean Whooley
Glucotrack (Nasdaq:GCTK) announced today that it commenced patient enrollment for its short-term human clinical study. The study focuses on the company's continuous blood glucose monitor (CBGM) and includes participants with both type 1 and type 2 … [Read More...] about Glucotrack begins enrollment for first human trial of continuous blood glucose monitor
Modular Medical brings in $8.2M
By Sean Whooley
Modular Medical (Nasdaq:MODD) announced recently that it priced an underwritten public offering worth proceeds of around $8.2 million. The San Diego-based insulin pump maker intends to offer more than 5.45 million shares of its common stock at … [Read More...] about Modular Medical brings in $8.2M
Embecta discontinues insulin patch pump program, plans restructuring
By Sean Whooley
Embecta (Nasdaq:EMBC) announced today that it discontinued its insulin patch pump program and plans to initiate a restructuring plan. Shares of EMBC ticked up 4.3% to $14.41 apiece before hours after the company announced the discontinuation as … [Read More...] about Embecta discontinues insulin patch pump program, plans restructuring
Boston Scientific to acquire hepatic artery infusion pump maker Intera Oncology
By Sean Whooley
Boston Scientific (NYSE:BSX) announced today that it agreed to acquire infusion pump maker Intera Oncology for an undisclosed amount. Intera Oncology develops the Intera 3000 hepatic artery infusion pump and floxuridine, a chemotherapy drug. Both … [Read More...] about Boston Scientific to acquire hepatic artery infusion pump maker Intera Oncology
Medtronic wins FDA nod for new InPen app to support launch with Simplera CGM
By Sean Whooley
Medtronic (NYSE:MDT) announced today that it received FDA clearance for its new InPen insulin delivery system application. The app features missed meal dose detection and paves the way for the launch of the company's smart multiple daily injection … [Read More...] about Medtronic wins FDA nod for new InPen app to support launch with Simplera CGM
Insulet Omnipod 5 is now compatible with Abbott FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus in the U.S.
By Sean Whooley
Insulet (Nasdaq:PODD) today announced compatibility between its Omnipod 5 insulin pump and the Abbott (NYSE:ABT) FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus CGM in the U.S. The company says this latest integration makes Omnipod 5 the most connected tubeless automated … [Read More...] about Insulet Omnipod 5 is now compatible with Abbott FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus in the U.S.
Dexcom invests $75M in Oura as companies strike health monitoring partnership
By Sean Whooley
Dexcom (Nasdaq:DXCM) announced today that it entered into a strategic partnership with Oura, maker of leading smart ring technology. The partnership aims to help people improve their metabolic health by integrating Dexcom glucose data with vital … [Read More...] about Dexcom invests $75M in Oura as companies strike health monitoring partnership
Medtronic to submit MiniMed 780G to FDA for type 2 diabetes in 2025, updates on patch pump
By Sean Whooley
Medtronic (NYSE:MDT) has plans to submit its MiniMed 780G for an expanded indication from the FDA for type 2 diabetes in the near future. On the company's second-quarter earnings call, Que Dallara, EVP and president of Medtronic Diabetes outlined … [Read More...] about Medtronic to submit MiniMed 780G to FDA for type 2 diabetes in 2025, updates on patch pump
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Clinical Trials
Glucotrack begins enrollment for first human trial of continuous blood glucose monitor
Glucotrack (Nasdaq:GCTK) announced today that it commenced patient enrollment for its short-term human clinical study. The study focuses on the company’s continuous blood glucose monitor (CBGM) and includes participants with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Rutherford, New Jersey-based Glucotrack expects data from the study in 6-8 weeks. Unlike traditional CGMs that measure glucose […]
Abbott reports sustained benefits with Esprit drug-eluting stent
Abbott (NYSE:ABT) today announced data demonstrating the long-term effectiveness of its Esprit BTK drug-eluting stent. The everolimus-eluting resorbable scaffold system treats chronic limb-threatening ischemia (CLTI) below the knee (BTK). Abbott designed it to keep arteries open and deliver everolimus to support vessel healing prior to completely dissolving. The first-of-its-kind stent provides support to the vessel […]
Elixir Medical has positive data for drug-eluting bioadaptive implant
Elixir Medical announced positive data demonstrating the benefit of its DynamX coronary bioadaptor system in target lesion failure (TLF). Data highlighted the success of DynamX compared to Medtronic’s Resolute Onyx zotarolimus drug-eluting stent (DES). The study looked at complex patient populations within the INFINITY-SWEDEHEART randomized controlled trial. Data included an analysis of patients with acute […]
Luna Diabetes launches trial for ‘world’s smallest insulin patch pump’
Luna Diabetes announced that it launched its pivotal trial for Luna, the company’s miniature automated insulin delivery system. The company describes the system — designed to transform nighttime glucose management — as the world’s smallest patch pump. Luna delivers micro-doses of insulin while the user sleeps. According to the company, it offers the “simplest onboarding […]
SpyGlass Pharma shares positive data for drug-eluting intraocular lens
SpyGlass Pharma released 18-month follow-up data highlighting the potential of its intraocular lens (IOL)-based drug delivery platform. Data came from a first-in-human study of 23 patients with glaucoma or ocular hypertension. They received the IOL implant at the time of cataract surgery. The company reported a consistent sustained reduction of intraocular pressure (IOP) across all […]