This National Diabetes Week (14 to 21 July), we’re spotlighting the life-changing impact of diabetes technology.
RMH patient Yasmin, who’s been managing her Type 1 diabetes for over a decade, shares her experience with a Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) device and a hybrid closed loop pump.
From previously checking her blood sugar levels multiple times a day, Yasmin’s CGM device tracks her glucose levels in real-time, while her hybrid closed loop pump adjusts insulin delivery automatically.
“Thank goodness for 21st-century technology.” Yasmin says.
“It’s been as simple as attaching the CGM to my abdomen, the loop to my arm. They communicate via Bluetooth, and I get real time results via an app.
Using both devices since 2016, Yasmin has seen many advancements.
“The improvements have been amazing, like automated functions that suspend insulin delivery based on my sugar level trends. I used to have hypos at work and did about three injections a day. Now, these functions work in the background and don't interfere with my job.
“Physically, they’re not bothersome at all. They don’t protrude, are quite small, and can be placed on the abdomen or thigh.” Yasmin adds.
She encourages others with diabetes to talk to their RMH care team about the Diabetes and Endocrinology department's support services and advanced technologies like CGM and pumps.
“I tell my friends it’s like a fake pancreas! Get the information and definitely consider it.”
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