The Diabetes Technology Guide
Insulin pumps, CGMs, AID systems, connected pens and more!
Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs)
The idea of switching diabetes devices can feel intimidating, let alone actually wearing one. This is a common concern for...
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Discover how CGMs improve diabetes management with real-time tracking, alerts, and a helpful CGM chart to choose the right device.
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If you’re feeling unsure about getting started with a continuous glucose monitor (CGM), you’re not alone! Building trust in a...
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Discover how to use Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) for better diabetes management with tips, brand overviews, and best practices.
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The data you gain from diabetes technology—like continuous glucose monitors (CGMs)—can be so helpful, but too much data can drive...
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Discover how CGMs help people with diabetes manage blood sugar. Learn about Medicare CGM coverage and how to qualify.
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Insulin Pumps + Automated Insulin Delivery (AID) Systems
DiabetesWise is an initiative from Stanford University School of Medicine and people living with diabetes, dedicated to helping those living...
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Explore how closed-loop pumps transform diabetes care by improving time-in-range, reducing stress and making glucose management simpler for all.
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Discover how to bolus for pizza with an insulin pump. Learn tips and strategies for managing high-carb meals to keep...
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Discover how insulin pumps improve diabetes management. Learn about their benefits, misconceptions and tips to navigate insurance coverage.
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Brad Bergman was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 1981. In 2006, he started using an insulin pump and was...
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Beyond Type 1 interviewed Kiley Luckett, who has type 1 diabetes and uses the MiniMed 780G automated-insulin-delivery system, and Mark...
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Connected Pens, Apps + More!
Connected insulin pens (CIP)—or smart insulin pens—are any reusable injector pens that connect with an app on your phone to...
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Level One is an interactive mobile game empowering families, caregivers and the newly diagnosed—from carb counting to bolusing.
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SugarPixel is a device by Custom Type One that connects with the Dexcom G6 app or Nightscout app on your...
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Managing diabetes on the go can be a challenging task—especially for those with busy lifestyles. With so many factors to...
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Eli Lilly recently announced the rollout of the Tempo Personalized Diabetes Management Platform, their first connected personalized platform. This platform...
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If you use a diabetes data app—like mySugr, Glooko, Sugarmate or Happy Bob—you’re familiar with the trove of insights you...
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Who else is looking for their Rainer? 🙋♂️🙋♀️🙋
Let`s celebrate these icons who always show up as their authentic selves and inspire us all
Not my fav site, but we live and we learn 🤷♀️ Every body is different, what doesn’t work for me might work for you and vice versa! Stay tuned for my Omnipod site 👀
Reminder: Stories shared are personal experiences, not medical advice. Always talk with your healthcare provider before making changes to your diabetes management 🙂
Support never has an age limit when it comes to T1D 💛
Imagine these legends listened to the haters telling them they couldn`t play soccer with diabetes.
Who`s your team for the World Cup? ⚽️
Welcome back to Keith’s Diabetes Firsts! 🎭 If you’re living with T1D, we want to hear what you do for work👇💛
And if you`re also newly diagnosed, get our Beginner`s Guide in bio!
Ultimate takeaway: I found a new favorite spot for my Dexcom 🙌
Where should I try my next site?
Reminder: Stories shared are personal experiences, not medical advice. Always talk with your healthcare provider before making changes to your diabetes management 🙂
Pride Month is here and we want to uplift people with diabetes who show up for themselves & their communities all year round!
Did you know about all of these icons? We have so many we had to make this one 2 videos! Stay tuned for part 2 👀
If you or someone you love is struggling to afford insulin, visit getinsulin.org
Friends and family, what’s something you’ve learned from being around someone living with diabetes?!
Where`s the worst place you`ve ever had low blood sugar? Sam will go first
Your reminder that you can still do the fun stuff with T1D ✨🏰
Drop your Disney pro tips below!
Welcome to Keith’s Diabetes Firsts! Send him some motivation and welcome him to the club 💛
And if you`re also newly diagnosed, get our Beginner`s Guide in bio!
The very honest play-by-play on trying a new site. Ultimate takeaway? Even if the site spot isn`t a new favorite, it inspired me to keep trying new spots. Sometimes breaking a habit cycle is half the battle.
Arm site wearers, got any tips for a newbie?
Reminder: Stories shared are personal experiences; not medical advice. Chat with your healthcare provider before making changes to your management 🙂
#diabetesmanagement #t1dlookslikeme
Every person with diabetes deserves access to the technology and care they need to survive. The DIABETES Act is one important step toward making that happen. The bipartisan bill aims to ensure Medicare beneficiaries with diabetes maintain access to the diabetes technologies and education they rely on.
As members of the Diabetes Patient Advocacy Coalition (@diabetespac) and the Diabetes Leadership Council, we support the DIABETES Act and all efforts to make technology and education more accessible.
Have you or someone you love experienced a gap in care when transitioning to Medicare? Have you navigated barriers to CGM or insulin pump access?
We’re looking forward to continuing our work with @diabetespac this year, including bringing ambassadors to Hill Day in Washington, D.C., in June 2026 to advocate for policies that improve the lives of people with diabetes. If you’re interested in lending your voice, sign up to become a Beyond Ambassador in our bio. Updates and info coming soon.
#Diabetes #Type1Diabetes #Type2Diabetes
What’s your “I have no idea how many carbs this is” bolus number?
Join us in celebrating all that nurses, doctors, and healthcare workers do at the San Francisco Giants` Nurses Night! Part of the proceeds from tickets will benefit Beyond Type 1 to help people with diabetes survive and thrive! ⚾️
Hang out with other people with diabetes in the Beyond Type 1 section and enjoy your free water bottle with your ticket purchase! (Link to the tickets in our bio) 💛
Science is only as strong as its reach. Asian American and Pacific Islander leaders helped champion health equity for us all.
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