Big news if you are someone who uses a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM). On October 4th the highly anticipated Dexcom G7 was launched in several countries with more to come in the coming weeks. Check out their launch video here. Dexcom G7 is now available for people ages 2 and...
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Read MoreOne of the biggest reasons diabetes management remains such a challenge is the struggle of regulating insulin dosages. Too much insulin, and BGs drop. Too little, and they rise. Even more frustrating--you can eat the exact same thing and take the exact same amount of insulin 2 days in a...
Read MoreDisclaimer: Connected in Motion cannot provide tax advice. Please refer to the government of Canada and the Canada Revenue Agency for information regarding the Disability Tax Credit. In June, the government of Canada announced that all Canadians living with type 1 diabetes will now automatically qualify for the federal Disability...
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Read MoreDisclaimer: The views expressed in this article by Shayda are personal and do not necessarily reflect the views of Connected in Motion as an organization. In early May 2022, the government of Alberta announced that they would be discontinuing the Insulin Pump Therapy Program (IPTP) in August. The program, introduced...
Read MoreIt’s never been easier to access a wealth of knowledge and diabetes care support thanks to the continuing innovation of diabetes technology and the amplification it gets from social media. We now have more effective diabetes technology options to suit our unique lifestyle needs and can share our experiences with...
Read MoreContinuous Glucose Monitoring (or CGM, for short!) has been one of the most exciting advancements in diabetes tech in recent years, enabling individuals to see their real-time glucose readings and trends. This technology can bring about increased security, flexibility, and ease for life with diabetes–yet for many, CGM has continued...
Read MoreSarah’s author bio: Sarah Mann lives in Norwood, MA with her husband, Michael and 6 year old daughter, Beckett. For the past 3 years she has been a Barre3 instructor and has found a real home in her body through movement and community. Having lived with T1D for 9 years...
Read MoreThe Dexcom G6 CGM system brings a lot of neat diabetes care options to the table, but the one we’re all buzzing about lately is Time In Range. Wondering what Time In Range (or TIR) means? How can you figure out your own TIR with the Dexcom G6 CGM system?...
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