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Diabetes Technology
Diabetes technology is the term used to describe the devices that people with diabetes use to help with self-management. Diabetes technology includes two main categories:
- Devices that monitor blood sugar: blood glucose monitor/meter (BGM) or continuous glucose monitor (CGM)
- Devices used to administer medication, usually insulin: syringe, pen, patch devices, or pump
Diabetes technology, along with diabetes training, can improve the lives and health of people with diabetes. Technology in our world is ever-changing, including diabetes technology, and it can be difficult to keep up. The information in this section will provide up to date resources about diabetes technology, to improve the understanding and confidence of people with diabetes, their care partners, and health care teams.
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Person with Diabetes and/or Caregiver Resources
- Learn about the different types of technology devices: Diabetes Technology Guide | ADA
- AACE Patient Journey of Diabetes Technology – a guide to getting started.
- Help with CGM skin problems: Skin Solutions | PANTHER Program
Talk to your doctor about blood sugar that is too low (hypoglycemia) and when to treat low blood sugar: - Low Blood Sugar (English)
- Low Blood Sugar (Spanish)
Talk to your doctor if you need an emergency treatment for low blood sugar, called Glucagon. Learn more about the options: - Gvoke HypoPen® (glucagon injection): Glucagon Injection For Very Low Blood Sugar
- Home - Glucagon Emergency Kit
- What is BAQSIMI? - Baqsimi
Glucose and Glucagon Patient Guide
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Healthcare Providers and Practice Resources
- Diabetes technology for healthcare professionals | Danatech
- Comprehensive guide to diabetes apps and platforms: Apps and Platforms l diabetes technology & management l Danatech
- Essential resources and guidance for health care professionals working with diabetes technology: Diabetes Technology. Deciphered. | PANTHER Program
- Insulin pumps and automated insulin delivery systems: Insulin Pumps l diabetes training and education l Danatech
- Practice Considerations (pdf) for Automated Insulin Delivery (AID)
- Simplify ordering, securing med approvals and navigating the prior authorization process: Intro to Digital Ordering and Authorization Platforms for Diabetes Technology
- Resources to reduce costs for technology: CGM Affordability Programs
- Diabetes Tech-up is your medical community headquarters for practical information and insights about diabetes tech to help address some of your patients' diabetes management challenges.
- Destigmatizing Diabetes Tech: Stigma DW/PP Talking about TIR & CGM (pdf)
- Diabetes medication pocket cards, including Glucagon: download for free!
- CGM skin problems – support your patients with solutions: Skin Solutions | PANTHER Program
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Education and Support
Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) is a service that individualizes education and training to your specific needs. Use the program locator below to find a service location near you.
- View an alphabetical list of hospitals or click on the map location to find more information.
Online CGM support:
- Freestyle Libre CGM systems: Enroll today to receive one-on-one support
- Dexcom CGM Community: Dexcom CGM Support & Technical Product Support | Dexcom
- Dexcom Learning Hub: Dexcom All Access Blog - Diabetes Articles for Healthier Lives | Dexcom
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Over the Counter CGMs
Some CGM devices are available over the counter without a prescription. These devices are intended for people 18 years and older not on insulin. Talk to your doctor if one of these devices could help you better understand your blood sugar. Learn more: