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New research shows the promise of diabetes tech during pregnancy! Stefani Guerra and I discuss a study showing accuracy of the Dexcom G6 and G7 sensors and the efficacy of automated insulin delivery systems during pregnancy.   T1D Exchange Registry Sign up  (US residents only)   Join our Newsletter | Diabetech Community Discord   Join Patreon for Exclusive Content    Follow Diabetech: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook     Watch Video Podcast on Youtube    DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to your health care.

I spoke with Dexcom about its latest cgm called Stelo designed for people with type 2 diabetes. I also got more information on Dexcom G7 direct to watch and connectivity.   T1D Exchange Registry Sign up  (US residents only)   Join our Newsletter | Diabetech Community Discord   Join Patreon for Exclusive Content    Follow Diabetech: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook     Watch Video Podcast on Youtube    DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not medical advice. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to your health care.

This episode walks through all of the automated insulin pumps currently available in the U.S - the iLet from Beta Bionics, Omnipod, Tandem's tslim X2 and Mobi, and the Medtronic 780g. We cover algorithm and setup, water resistance, cgm support, which is best for who, and how cost and warranties work.   Gary’s Practice Gary's Book Think Like a Pancreas   T1D Exchange Registry Sign up  (US residents only)   Join our Newsletter | Diabetech Community Discord   Join Patreon for Exclusive Content    Follow Diabetech: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook     Watch Video Podcast on Youtube    DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to your health care.

Liz Gasser, Tandem's EVP and Chief Strategy Officer, talks about Dexcom G7 support, Mobi's launch and functionality, and Tandem's upcoming tubeless pump called Sigi. They also discuss the international rollout plan for G7 support with Tandem pumps outside the US, different wearing options and insulin capacity of the Moby diabetes device, water resistance and button functionality, and customization and bolusing options of the Moby insulin pump. They also touch upon the progress and timeline of developing a future seven-day wear infusion set.

From inhaled insulin to an oral smart insulin pill the future of insulin innovation is bright! David Ahn and I discuss the history of insulin, why it is slower than insulin produced from the pancreas and the standings of insulin research in the works, such as once-a-week long-acting insulin injections.   DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not medical advice. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to your health care.     T1D Exchange Registry Sign up  (US residents only)   Join our Newsletter | Diabetech Community Discord   Join Patreon for Exclusive Content    Follow Diabetech: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook     Watch Video Podcast on Youtube    Follow David Ahn here: Instagram | Tik Tok | X

I spoke with Certified Diabetes Educator, Mary Rose Deraco, about why carb counting is so important for managing type 1 diabetes. We talk about how different foods effect glucose levels and how to treat for them as well as all the tools and apps available to help you count carbs.   Today's Sponsor: Learn about Omnipod 5   T1D Exchange Registry Sign up  (US only)   Join our Newsletter | Diabetech Community Discord   Support Diabetech on Patreon   Resources: Figwee: iOS | Android & Web   Follow Diabetech: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook     Watch Video Podcast on Youtube    This episode is sponsored by Omnipod. To learn more about Omnipod 5 and see if you’re eligible for a trial, visit Omnipod.com/diabetech. You can also find full safety information, and free trial terms and conditions at Omnipod.com/Diabetech. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Controller is not waterproof.   DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to your health care.

I spoke with a user of iAPS about her experience using the open source system over the last 3 months. She doesn't log carbs and calls the app "magic." iAPS is an artificial pancreas system based on the OpenAPS algorithm. Using the settings you input, carbohydrates and historical data, iAPS aims to automate insulin delivery to reduce the time you spend managing your diabetes.   Today's Sponsors: Learn about Omnipod 5 T1D Exchange Registry Sign up (US only)   Join our Newsletter | Diabetech Community Discord   Support Diabetech on Patreon   Follow Diabetech: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook   Resources: iAPS Website | iAPS Facebook Page | Loops & Learn iAPS Sessions   Watch Video Podcast on Youtube    This episode is sponsored by Omnipod. To learn more about Omnipod 5 and see if you’re eligible for a trial, visit Omnipod.com/diabetech. You can also find full safety information, and free trial terms and conditions at Omnipod.com/Diabetech. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Controller is not waterproof.   DISCLAIMER: This podcast should NOT be considered medical advice. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to health care treatment. iAPS is experimental and not approved by the FDA or regulatory authorities. You take full responsibility for building and using iAPS and you do so at your own risk.

iAPS is a DIY open source artificial pancreas system controlled from and iPhone and Apple Watch. It may be the most powerful algorithm to manage type 1 diabetes. I spoke with two leaders about their incredible success using the system. One user never logs carbs and sits at 80% TIR, the other boluses before meals and most of his days are 90-98% in range.   Today's Sponsors: Learn about Omnipod 5 Fill out T1D Exchange Registry    Resources: iAPS Website | iAPS Facebook Page | Loops & Learn iAPS Sessions   Follow for more: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook   Watch Video Podcast on Youtube    This episode is sponsored by Omnipod. To learn more about Omnipod 5 and see if you’re eligible for a trial, visit Omnipod.com/diabetech. You can also find full safety information, and free trial terms and conditions at Omnipod.com/Diabetech. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Controller is not waterproof. This podcast should NOT be considered medical advice. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to health care treatment. iAPS is experimental and not approved by the FDA or regulatory authorities. You take full responsibility for building and using iAPS and you do so at your own risk.

Derek Theler shares his diagnosis journey and fascinating stories about managing T1D throughout his acting career from his audition for Baby Daddy to being on set in the ocean in South Africa.   Today's Sponsors: Learn about Omnipod 5 T1D Exchange Registry Sign up (US only)   Join our Newsletter | Diabetech Community Discord   Support Diabetech on Patreon   Follow Diabetech: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook   Breaking Limits GoFundMe   Watch Video Podcast on Youtube    This episode is sponsored by Omnipod. To learn more about Omnipod 5 and see if you’re eligible for a trial, visit Omnipod.com/diabetech. You can also find full safety information, and free trial terms and conditions at Omnipod.com/Diabetech. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Controller is not waterproof.   DISCLAIMER: This podcast should NOT be considered medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to health care treatment.

When I was 21 years old I was diagnosed with Nueroblastoma - a tumor on my spine. Clayton and I explore my story, how I grew through he experience, and how it led me to where I am now. Today's Sponsor is Omnipod.   Today's Sponsor: Learn about Omnipod 5   Follow for more: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook   Watch Video Podcast on Youtube    This episode is sponsored by Omnipod. To learn more about Omnipod 5 and see if you’re eligible for a trial, visit Omnipod.com/diabetech. You can also find full safety information, and free trial terms and conditions at Omnipod.com/Diabetech. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Controller is not waterproof. This podcast should NOT be considered medical advice. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to health care treatment.