FDA Issues Alert for Medical Devices Providing Incorrect Glucose Readings Linked to 7 Deaths

The federal agency shared a message on its website stating that it has been made aware of two Abbott Diabetes Care sensors ...
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Faulty diabetes devices prompt urgent alert from FDA

A newly issued alert links certain FreeStyle Libre 3 and 3 Plus glucose-monitoring sensors to at least seven deaths and ...

7 deaths, hundreds of injuries may be linked to diabetes glucose monitor errors, FDA says

People with diabetes depend on glucose readings to manage their care. Incorrect low readings can lead to excessive ...

‘Immediately discontinue use’: FDA issues alert about diabetes sensors possibly linked to injuries, deaths

The Food and Drug Administration has issued an Early Alert in response to “a potentially high-risk issue” concerning faulty ...

3 million diabetes glucose monitors recalled after 7 deaths and over 700 injuries

Abbott Diabetes Care has recalled certain glucose monitoring sensors after reports of seven deaths and more than 700 injuries possibly linked to malfunctioning devices that could provide inaccurate ...
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RECALL: Device potentially linked to 7 deaths and 700 injuries worldwide

Health Canada is asking diabetes patients to check if their glucose monitor is subject to an international recall that has ...
Los Angeles Times

FDA OKs Wrist Device to Check Diabetics’ Insulin

WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday approved a wristwatch-like device for adult diabetics that automatically--and painlessly--checks blood sugar levels every 20 minutes by ...
Healthline

Rinse and Repeat: Your Action Plan for Wearing Insulin Pump and CGM in the Shower or Bath

You don’t have to choose between managing your diabetes and enjoying your hygiene routine. You can take steps to keep your devices safe while showering or bathing, whether you prefer to disconnect ...