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Insulet (Nasdaq:PODD) announced today that the FDA cleared its Omnipod 5 automated insulin delivery for use by people with type 2 diabetes. Clearance makes Omnipod 5, the company’s latest-generation AID system, the first and only such system cleared for type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Its indication covers those ages 18 and older in the type 2 population, while the system has been cleared for ages two and up in the type 1 bracket since 2022.

FDA clears Insulet Omnipod 5 for people with type 2 diabetes

Blood sugar tracking just got a little closer to becoming mainstream wellness territory. Dexcom, a diabetes tech company, announced Monday that its over-the-counter, prescription-free continuous glucose monitor called Stelo is available for purchase. Stelo was cleared by the Food and Drug Administration for people with diabetes who don't need insulin...

Blood Sugar Tracking Heats Up: Dexom's Over-the-Counter Sensor Now Available for Sale

Dexcom's Stelo, the first OTC glucose sensor, launches in the US on August 26, 2024, offering 15-day wear and HSA/FSA eligibility for as low as $89.99 per 2-pack. Dexcom’s Stelo, the first US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-cleared over-the-counter (OTC) glucose sensor, is available in the US beginning on August 26, 2024 and can be purchased for as low as $89.99 for a 2-pack from Stelo.com.

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Adults in a preliminary study who had prediabetes and were overweight or had obesity also lost between 15 and 23 percent of their body weight.

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Medically reviewed by Isabel Casimiro, MD, PhDMedically reviewed by Isabel Casimiro, MD, PhDBlood sugar is the level of glucose (sugar) in your blood. Keeping blood sugar levels within a normal range—between 70-100 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL)—helps prevent health conditions like diabetes, a chronic (long-term) condition in which your blood sugar levels are too high. Certain foods and drinks can help you lower your blood sugar to keep it within a healthy range.Prolonged hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) symptoms may include frequent headaches, fatigue, and blurred vision. Lifestyle factors that can improve your blood sugar levels include engaging in physical activity, managing...

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Insulin pens have become a game-changer for people managing diabetes. These handy devices offer a convenient, precise way to administer insulin without the hassle of traditional syringes. But what makes them so special? Insulin pens combine ease of use with accuracy, ensuring that users get the right dose every time. They come in various types, including disposable and reusable options, catering to different needs and preferences. With features like dose memory and fine-tuned dosing increments, insulin pens simplify diabetes management. Whether you're new to diabetes care or a seasoned pro, understanding the benefits and functionalities of these pens can make a significant difference in your daily routine.

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New research has found that people taking sulfonylurea, a common drug used for diabetes management, appear to be increasingly desensitized to signs that they are experiencing a hypoglycemic episode.

Common diabetes drug may desensitize people to dangerous drop in blood sugar

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A three-year study of tirzepatide (Mounjaro/Zepbound) found that when adults who had prediabetes and obesity or overweight used it weekly, it lowered their risk of progression to diabetes by 94%

New diabetes, weight loss medications cut diabetes risk by 94%, Lilly says

While you're likely familiar with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, you've probably heard less about type 1.5 diabetes. Also known as latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (LADA), type 1.5 diabetes has features of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. More people became aware of this condition after Lance...

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“You brought this on yourself with poor eating habits and bad lifestyle choices.”. If you or someone you know has diabetes, you have likely heard this harmful misconception or even thought it yourself. While the federal government’s proposed pharmacare legislation has spotlighted diabetes—with diabetes medications to be among the first...

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Tirzepatide, the active ingredient in these diabetes and weight loss drugs, slashed the likelihood of hospitalization and death in a new study.

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A three-year study of tirzepatide – a medication approved in the US as Mounjaro for diabetes and Zepbound for weight loss – found that when adults who had prediabetes and obesity or overweight used it weekly, it lowered their risk of progression to diabetes by 94% compared with a placebo, according to drugmaker Eli Lilly.

Tirzepatide cuts risk of diabetes by 94% in adults with prediabetes and obesity or overweight, drugmaker says

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Tirzepatide significantly reduced the risk of progression to type 2 diabetes in adults with prediabetes and obesity or overweight, according to 3-year results from the SURMOUNT-1 trial. Tirzepatide is a dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide and glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist. It is the active ingredient in 2 Food and Drug Administration...

Tirzepatide Reduces the Risk of Progression to Type 2 Diabetes

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The Food and Drug Administration on Monday approved Insulet's Omnipod 5 automated insulin delivery system for people with Type 2 diabetes.

FDA approves first automated insulin delivery system for people with Type 2 diabetes

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Allegheny Health Network (AHN) implants innovative device to manage central sleep apnea in heart failure patients, reducing mortality rise and improving quality of life. Teams from the AHN Sleep Medicine Center and the AHN Cardiovascular Institute implanted remedē®, a pacemaker-like device that works to restore restful sleep for adult patients living with CSA. It stimulates normal breathing rhythms with small electrical currents to the diaphragm and can mitigate the need for continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) systems and the masks that come with them.

AHN implants innovative device to manage central sleep apnea in heart failure patients

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Eli Lilly shared more good news this week about the health benefits of tirzepatide—the active ingredient in the obesity and diabetes medications Zepbound and Mounjaro. Early results from a three-year clinical study indicate that the blockbuster GLP-1 medication can not only treat type 2 diabetes but may also prevent the condition in people with prediabetes and obesity or overweight. The clinical trial is the longest finalized study of tirzepatide so far.

Lilly's Tizepatide Cuts Type 2 Diabetes Risk by 94%, New Data Shows

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) usually takes several years to develop. In many cases, it may take at least 5 years for the condition to develop after a diagnosis of diabetes. However, the onset, progression, and extent of vision loss can vary widely. The risk of DR can. the longer a person...

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Diabetes Dialogue: Stelo OTC Availability and Omnipod 5 for Type 2 Diabetes

In this episode, hosts discuss the implications of Dexcom announcing availability of their Stelo sensor and the FDA clearance of the Omnipod 5 for type 2...

Diabetes Dialogue: Stelo OTC Availability and Omnipod 5 for Type 2 Diabetes

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