Diabetes is a very serious disease that is currently breaking historical records. According to CDC studies, 34 million people worldwide have this disease, which is equivalent to something like a tenth of the population of the United States. Controlling blood glucose levels is vital so that the person suffering from this disease can live peacefully and prolong their life expectancy. Many technology companies have spent years trying to come up with simple solutions to treat diabetes. One of them is Dexcom, which has manufactured a device that is used to check blood sugar levels through a smartwatch.
Control your glucose levels easily with your smartwatch
Tim Cook stated about five years ago his intention to create an Apple Watch with constant glucose monitoring . However, despite more advances being made in this field, it still does not seem clear that we are going to have such a small sensor capable of making all the measurements necessary to treat this disease without using needles. In fact, many doctors firmly believe that the Apple CEO’s goal is literally impossible.
However, there are already many ways to measure glucose with electronic devices, without having to do the classic finger prick before sitting down to eat. The Dexcom G6 CGM is a continuous glucose monitoring device that interfaces directly with the Apple Watch or any Android Wear smartwatch.
Dexcom G6 CGM makes life easier for those with diabetes
The Dexcom device is easily applied to the abdomen, upper buttock area, or the back of the arm. Its operation is very similar to other products that are already used by many diabetics around the world —and that are even marketed by this brand—. However, the Dexcom G6 does not require the intervention of an ATS for installation. It simply has an applicator that easily and safely places a sensor under the skin. It can be used continuously for up to 10 days .
The product can be used by children over 2 years of age , and can also be used by pregnant women to control gestational diabetes.
Reporting, monitoring and circle of trust
All the information collected by the Dexcom G6 CGM sensor can be quickly viewed on a compatible Apple Watch or Android Wear watch. The system will give warning signals when periods of hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia occur. In addition, the entire ecosystem of the application is very well designed. The brand is aware of the seriousness of this disease, so a support circle of 10 people can be set up who can also receive alerts on their mobile devices. This would add to the tools that smart watches already have to detect falls or accidents, as well as the typical health sensors such as SpO2.
Regarding the mobile phone application, it is also responsible for recording and monitoring all the information collected by the sensors. This information will be especially useful if it is shared with healthcare staff , as they will be able to see repeating patterns and trends. Therefore, it can be used to anticipate problems or even refine the dosage of insulin to maximize efficiency.
