Dexcom Backlash: Agree to our terms or lose access to your glucose readings?
Dexcom users were furious after being confronted with app Ts&Cs demanding agreement before they could access glucose readings. The backlash over AI,...
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Latest news.
The newest CGM and diabetes headlines, as they happen.
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New British CGM Sava aims to challenge FreeStyle Libre and Dexcom
British startup Sava Technologies is developing a new CGM using microsensors ten times shorter than conventional sensor filaments. Backed by $36 million...
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Adding protein to breakfast could reduce glucose spikes in children with Type 1 diabetes
Could adding an egg or cheese to breakfast help prevent glucose spikes? New UK research involving children and teenagers with type 1...
Diabetes medtech.
Sensors, pumps and the companies behind them: Abbott, Dexcom, Omnipod, MiniMed and more.
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What is the Omnipod 5?
An overview of the main features of the Omnipod 5, a tubeless insulin pump to be part of a hybrid closed loop...
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Dexcom Backlash: Agree to our terms or lose access to your glucose readings?
Dexcom users were furious after being confronted with app Ts&Cs demanding agreement before they could access glucose readings. The backlash over AI,...
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New British CGM Sava aims to challenge FreeStyle Libre and Dexcom
British startup Sava Technologies is developing a new CGM using microsensors ten times shorter than conventional sensor filaments. Backed by $36 million...
Beginner resources.
New to a CGM? Practical guides to get you started.
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What is the Omnipod 5?
An overview of the main features of the Omnipod 5, a tubeless insulin pump to be part of a hybrid closed loop...
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What is a compression low? Causes, symptoms and ways CGM users try to avoid them
Woken by a low glucose alarm that doesn't seem right? A compression low could be the reason. Here's what causes them and...
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CGM armband vs patches: which is better for keeping your sensor secure?
Adhesive patches and stickers are a common way to help keep CGM sensors secure, but they are not the only option. Reusable...
Celebrities.
Athletes and stars spotted wearing CGMs and health wearables.
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Who's wearing what at Wimbledon 2026? WHOOP, Lingo and the wearable tech players are using
Wearable technology is becoming increasingly visible in professional tennis. From WHOOP recovery bands and continuous glucose monitors to Abbott's Lingo biosensor, here's...
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What's that on their arm? The wearable health trend spotted on Lewis Hamilton, Harry Kane and England footballers
From WHOOP straps and smart rings to the growing number of people wearing sensors on their upper arms, wearable health technology is...
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The hidden match behind tennis star Alexander Zverev's French Open triumph: what many fans never saw
Alexander Zverev's French Open victory made tennis history. Behind the trophy, however, was another challenge that most spectators never noticed. Living with...
Blogs & briefings.
In-depth reads on living with diabetes and CGMs.
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World Diabetes Day 2026: What's it all about and how can you get involved?
World Diabetes Day takes place on 14th November. Find out why we celebrate it, what's happening in 2026 and how PWD, families...
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The hidden match behind tennis star Alexander Zverev's French Open triumph: what many fans never saw
Alexander Zverev's French Open victory made tennis history. Behind the trophy, however, was another challenge that most spectators never noticed. Living with...
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What is a compression low? Causes, symptoms and ways CGM users try to avoid them
Woken by a low glucose alarm that doesn't seem right? A compression low could be the reason. Here's what causes them and...
Newsletter.
Stories from the latest Libre Life newsletter.
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Libre Life Autumn 2026
Welcome to the Autumn edition of Libre Life, keeping you in the loop with the latest CGM, medtech and diabetes news. In...
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World Diabetes Day 2026: What's it all about and how can you get involved?
World Diabetes Day takes place on 14th November. Find out why we celebrate it, what's happening in 2026 and how PWD, families...
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Dexcom Backlash: Agree to our terms or lose access to your glucose readings?
Dexcom users were furious after being confronted with app Ts&Cs demanding agreement before they could access glucose readings. The backlash over AI,...
YouTube briefings.
Short video guides and briefings.
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SWIMMING WITH A FREESTYLE LIBRE SENSOR
What you need to know before getting in the water wearing a FreeStyle Libre sensor. YouTube video guidance from Love My Libre.
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HOW TO FIT A LIBREBAND FOR YOUR LIBRE SENSOR
A quick guide to fitting and sizing a Libreband for securing and protection of a Libre sensor.
Downloads.
Checklists, glossaries and guides to keep.
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Glossary of diabetes terminology.
Key terms, phrases and acronyms used in diabetes management and treatment.
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Travel Checklist for diabetes management
Essential guidance for holiday packing.
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