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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If you need insulin, you should be able to access it. Your voice matters in urging lawmakers to support the INSULIN Act and legislation that makes insulin more affordable for people on private insurance or those without insurance.
Send a letter to lawmakers in our profile and if you’re interested in more advocacy opportunities, sign up to become a Beyond Ambassador there too.
If you or someone you know is struggling to afford their insulin now, see what cost-saving options might be available at getinsulin.org
#insulinaccess #insulinaffordability #diabetesawareness @diabetespac
Slay diagays 🏳️🌈🩸
Every story deserves to be seen, heard and celebrated 💛 Thank you for showing up as your full self
📣 Diabetes care is a human right 📣 Your voice matters in the pursuit of accessible care for all. Never doubt what this community can do together.
There are several bills introduced in Congress right now that would improve the lives of people with diabetes. Share your story with lawmakers to keep driving change.
Thank you to our ambassadors and @diabetespac for all the work they’re doing to push for equitable care and access.
If you want to become a Beyond Ambassador (we’re in this together!) sign up for updates in our profile.
#diabetesawareness #t1dlookslikeme #insulin
20 years with type 1 diabetes is not the only thing we`re celebrating Rachael (@thechronicallyillest) for this month. We sat down with her and talked all things pride, diabetes, and entrepreneurship. Read the full article on our website 💛🌈
Happy 20th diaversary @TheChronicallyIllest! You inspire us all
Every T1D and insulin-dependent T2D knows what it’s like to look in the fridge to count vials. Insulin is a medical necessity. No one should be forced to ration due to cost.
The INSULIN Act helps make insulin more affordable for people on private or employer-sponsored insurance. This week, we went to Capitol Hill with our ambassadors and friends at @diabetespac to urge Congress to support the bill.
Contact your lawmakers to take action for insulin—comment ACTION.
#insulinaccess #insulinaffordability #diabetesawareness
Diabetes care is a human right. Our reasons for advocating for diabetes are often personal, but we came together with one shared message: people with diabetes deserve affordable access to treatments, technology and screening.
Thank you to our incredible ambassadors and @diabetespac!
We’re in this together and your voice matters. If you’d like to contact legislators on the bills we advocated for today, get more information in our bio.
And sign up to become an ambassador to lend your voice in the future 📣
#diabetesawareness #type1diabetes #capitolhill
Lived experience drives legislative action. That’s why we’re in Washington, D.C this week with ambassadors and @diabetespac advocating on the Hill for people living with diabetes—for access, affordability and education.
Diabetes care is a human right. We’re advocating for the INSULIN Act because everyone deserves affordable access to insulin. We’re advocating for the DIABETES Act because quality diabetes care shouldn’t have an age limit. We’re advocating for the SCREEN for T1D Act because early detection can reduce the risk of life-threatening complications and have long-term health benefits.
Lawmakers remember people, not data points. Your voice matters. Make it heard by sending messages to your members of Congress in our bio.
And if you’re interested in lending your voice for future opportunities like this, sign up to become a Beyond Ambassador in our profile too. We’re in this together 💛
#insulinaccess #diabetesawareness
unraveled by diabetes some days. Chronic illness is hard. We do a lot of incredible things while living with diabetes. It’s also okay to acknowledge how difficult it can be 💛
This one’s for all the livies living with autoimmune out there!!!
#t1dlookslikeme #oliviarodrigo #thecure
Dads of T1Ds, we see you and we appreciate you 💛 @jordan.keltner, thank you for your story and continued advocacy. Reminder: 90% of people with type 1 diabetes have no family history. Ask your doctor for a T1D autoantibody test. Detecting it early gives you a head start on long-term health benefits.
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 🙂
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