We recommend that our patients check with a fingerstick blood sugar to make sure that what is being read off of the CGM is actually accurate,” Thangudu said.

The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday approved expanded use of Dexcom's G5 Mobile Continuous Glucose Monitoring System.

He pointed to studies showing improvements in glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes who were instructed to perform fingerstick blood glucose testing seven times a day for 3-4 days a ...

A continuous glucose monitor is a small device that sticks to your arm. Every few minutes it sends a signal to your phone estimating your blood sugar levels. But can it improve your health?

Designed to record blood sugar levels throughout the day, these devices spot trends that may go unnoticed with standard tests and measurements.

Continuous glucose monitors are now readily available. With guidance, they can help people make small dietary and lifestyle changes for better health.

Clinicians should ask patients if they’re experiencing ‘diabetes device distress’ and help guide them through it.