EPISODE · Dec 7, 2024 · 11 MIN
Episode 8: The Power of Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs): Revolutionizing Diabetes Care
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In this episode of Living Diabetes, we explore the transformative impact of continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) on managing diabetes. Discover how CGMs provide continuous blood sugar data—unlike traditional finger-stick tests—allowing for better glucose control, personalized treatment plans, and groundbreaking technologies like automated insulin delivery systems. Learn about the importance of 'time in range,' the latest advancements in algorithm-driven insulin delivery systems, and efforts to make these technologies more accessible to diverse populations. Stay informed about the future of diabetes management and the role of CGMs in enhancing health outcomes.00:00 Introduction to Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM)00:20 The Benefits of CGM Over Finger Sticks00:54 Improving Glucose Management with CGM01:40 Understanding 'Time in Range'02:27 Automated Insulin Delivery Systems03:27 Advancements in CGM Technology04:07 The Role of Algorithms in Insulin Delivery05:51 Future Prospects and Accessibility07:19 Expanding CGM Use to New Populations09:52 Challenges and the Path Forward10:46 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSouce: American Diabetes Association. 7. Diabetes Technology: Standards of Care in Diabetes—2025. Diabetes Care. 2025;48(Suppl 1):S146–S174.
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In this episode of Living Diabetes, we explore the transformative impact of continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) on managing diabetes. Discover how CGMs provide continuous blood sugar data—unlike traditional finger-stick tests—allowing for better glucose control, personalized treatment plans, and groundbreaking technologies like automated insulin delivery systems. Learn about the importance of 'time in range,' the latest advancements in algorithm-driven insulin delivery systems, and efforts to make these technologies more accessible to diverse populations. Stay informed about the future of diabetes management and the role of CGMs in enhancing health outcomes.00:00 Introduction to Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM)00:20 The Benefits of CGM Over Finger Sticks00:54 Improving Glucose Management with CGM01:40 Understanding 'Time in Range'02:27 Automated Insulin Delivery Systems03:27 Advancements in CGM Technology04:07 The Role of Algorithms in Insulin Delivery05:51 Future Prospects and Accessibility07:19 Expanding CGM Use to New Populations09:52 Challenges and the Path Forward10:46 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSouce: American Diabetes Association. 7. Diabetes Technology: Standards of Care in Diabetes—2025. Diabetes Care. 2025;48(Suppl 1):S146–S174.
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