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Medtronic Sponsors Employees in the Ride to Cure
On September 20, 2018 In Education and Information
Medtronic is excited to announce that we’re sponsoring a team of riders at this year’s JDRF Ride to Cure event in Amelia Island, FL. This sponsorship aims to support those who are living with diabetes, including our own employees, family members and friends, in the hopes that one day there will be a cure
An Update on Medtronic Options for People on Animas® Insulin Pumps
On August 30, 2018 In Innovation
Last fall Animas® announced that they would be discontinuing the manufacture and sale of all Animas® Vibe™ and OneTouch® Ping® insulin pumps in the US and Canada. We know this news was upsetting to many of you and want you to know that you are not alone. We’re here for you and are inspired
FDA Approves the MiniMed 670G System for Children 7-13
On June 21, 2018 In Featured Posts, Innovation
The Big News I have been personally touched by the inspiring stories of children and their families. Juggling school tests and carb counts. Middle of the night finger pokes. Highs and lows, physically and emotionally. And while my three children don’t have diabetes, I know the feeling of wanting the very best for them
Now Available – the Guardian Connect Smart CGM System with the Sugar.IQ diabetes assistant!
On June 13, 2018 In Featured Posts, Innovation
In March, we announced FDA approval of the world’s first Smart1 CGM, the Guardian Connect system. This all new continuous glucose monitor is specifically designed to provide valuable insights – right on your smartphone – so you can take action2 against highs and lows. If you inject insulin or manage diabetes with oral medication, I’m
FDA APPROVES THE GUARDIAN CONNECT SYSTEM, THE WORLD’S FIRST “SMART CGM” TO HELP PEOPLE OUTSMART THEIR DIABETES
On March 12, 2018 In Innovation
I’m thrilled to share some great news – we just received FDA approval for a new category of smart, standalone CGM, the Guardian™ Connect system! What’s more, people using this system have exclusive access to the groundbreaking Sugar.IQ™ smart diabetes assistant. Louis Dias recently wrote about our culture of listening at Medtronic. As we’ve