The Ultimate Guide to Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) and How They Work

In today's episode, we're joined again by Isabel Reckson, a Diabetes Digital Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator. Together, we explore the benefits of continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) in diabetes management, discussing their real-time tracking and emerging innovations. We address utilization, potential risks, and staying informed, along with financial considerations and insurance coverage. Join us as we uncover the impact of CGMs and diabetes technology, transforming the way we manage diabetes.

In This Episode We’ll Cover:

• Benefits of continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) in diabetes management
• Emerging promising and innovative diabetes technologies
• Utilization and potential risks of wearable devices and smartphone apps
• Staying informed about new developments in diabetes technology
• Financial considerations and insurance coverage for diabetes devices
• Approaching discussions about diabetes technology with hesitant or older patients
• Strategies to prevent CGM sensors from detaching during daily activities
• Guidance for newly diagnosed individuals interested in exploring diabetes technology
• Addressing concerns about privacy and data security related to diabetes technology + MUCH MORE! 

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