Diabetes is a serious health problem in the United States and worldwide. The consequences of unchecked diabetes are dire.
But there’s good news to celebrate during National Diabetes Month and on World Diabetes Day November 14.
The technology to monitor and manage diabetes has evolved rapidly in recent years, dramatically changing the quality of life for patients.
Only a few years ago, parents of children with diabetes had to wake up their kids every two hours to check their insulin levels, with constant finger pricks and injections. Now, many of those kids can use a continuous glucose monitor and an iPhone app – no more constant finger pricks and injections.
Continuous glucose monitors are the size of only two stacked pennies. Diabetes management is much easier than ever before.
At the same time, inequitable access to the best diabetes products is a problem. Coverage policies, whether in government programs or in private insurance, should ensure broad access to the latest diabetes technology and the continuum of care to ensure the strongest possible patient outcomes.
Patients need not only the technology, which is key, but also information on how to use it, good nutrition, and access to the ophthalmologists, cardiologists, endocrinologists, and podiatrists who can prevent and treat the worst outcomes of poorly managed diabetes.
This month, let’s take a step forward in our own circles of influence to help someone get screened, promote access to health care covering diabetes management and treatment, and advance policies to increase access to the latest medtech enabling a good quality of life for those with diabetes.
Eventually, medtech innovation may contribute to a cure. Thank you to the innovators working hard to create the breakthrough technology advancing diabetes care to the futuristic level we experience today. I can’t wait to see what’s next.
Our Perspective
At Pinnacle Digital Advisors, we believe that the rapid evolution of technology in diabetes management reflects the potential for innovation to significantly improve healthcare outcomes. The advancements in continuous glucose monitors and smartphone applications not only enhance the quality of life for patients but also demonstrate the impact of technology in transforming healthcare delivery. As digital consultants, we advocate for equitable access to the latest medtech and emphasize the importance of comprehensive care, education, and policy advancements to ensure widespread benefit. We see the ongoing innovation as a catalyst for future breakthroughs and remain committed to supporting and promoting the adoption of advanced medtech solutions for diabetes and other healthcare challenges.
Pinnacle Digital Advisors
This article originally published: [https://www.advamed.org/2023/11/06/medtech-brings-hope-during-national-diabetes-month/]