Abbott (NYSE:ABT) announced today that the FDA cleared a reader device for its FreeStyle Libre 3 continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) system. The FDA cleared Abbott’s next-generation FreeStyle Libre 3 in May 2022. Abbott designed FreeStyle Libre 3 as the smallest and thinnest CGM sensor in the world. The system constitutes the size of two stacked […]
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Glooko inks partnership with insulin dosing software developer Hedia
Glooko announced that it entered into a global partnership with Hedia to integrate its technology into Glooko’s diabetes management platforms. The companies aim to provide an interoperable solution that brings together connected care, remote patient monitoring and digital therapeutics. This combination could enhance access for those with type 1 and type 2 diabetes requiring bolus […]
This technology could enable time-released drug delivery
Bioengineers at Rice University developed a new technology for delivering drugs in a time-releasing manner. Kevin McHugh, corresponding author of a study about the technology, believes this could make missing doses of medicines and vaccines a thing of the past. McHugh and the Rice team saw their work published online in Advanced Materials. According to McHugh […]
Glytec unveils enhanced GlucoMetrics insulin management software
Glytec announced today that it unveiled the next evolution of GlucoMetrics to provide new insights into glycemic outcomes. The enhanced GlucoMetrics platform offers new analytics, dashboards and data visualizations for health systems and hospitals. Offering this enhanced visibility into glycemic outcomes helps hospitals as they prepare for new Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) […]
Abbott FreeStyle Libre reader warning affects more than 4 million devices
The FDA today issued a notice classifying a recall of Abbott (NYSE:ABT) FreeStyle Libre readers as Class I, the most serious kind. Earlier this week, Abbott initiated a voluntary medical device correction to emphasize instructions for FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitor (CGM) readers. The company said it received a limited number of global reports (0.0017%) from […]
Smart Meter announces free program to reduce diabetes care costs
Smart Meter today announced its iGlucose Challenge to healthcare payors and providers in the U.S. to improve care costs for people with diabetes. Tampa, Florida-based Smart Meter aims to reduce the cost of care and lower A1C for people managing diabetes. The company, which provides remote patient monitoring solutions, offers this as a no-risk, performance-based […]
Bigfoot Biomedical acquires insulin titration algorithm developed at McGill University
Bigfoot Biomedical announced today that it acquired a reinforcement learning algorithm for insulin titration from McGill University. Developers at McGill designed the algorithm to observe how well people with insulin-requiring diabetes respond to a particular dose. It provides a recommended adjustment based on the body’s response. Milpitas, California-based Bigfoot said the developers built the algorithm […]
Better Therapeutics hopes FDA nod for diabetes digital therapeutic comes in 2023
Better Therapeutics (Nasdaq:BTTX) shares ticked up on fourth-quarter results and projections for its flagship product in 2023. The company’s quarterly results come on the heels of a 35% headcount reduction. Better Therapeutics said the headcount cut comes as part of a cost reduction initiative. It aims to improve its cash runway and “focus on the long-term success […]
11 diabetes tech startups you need to know
The diabetes technology space is one that’s always innovating. From continuous glucose monitoring to insulin pumps and the artificial pancreas, we’ve seen a lot. Companies are looking for all kinds of ways to make their mark in the world of diabetes. Newer offerings include digital health, software, coaching and more. For companies still in their […]
New Philips Virtual Care Management portfolio extends to diabetes
Philips (NYSE:PHG) announced today that it debuted its Philips Virtual Care Management portfolio of flexible solutions and services. The Amsterdam-based medtech giant aims to help health systems, providers, payers and employers connect with patients from virtually anywhere. It designed the portfolio to reduce pressure on hospital staff by decreasing emergency department visits and reducing care […]