Apple Watch: The Future of Blood Glucose Monitoring for Diabetics

For millions of insulin-dependent diabetics, the dream of having non-invasive blood glucose readings on their Apple Watch may soon become a reality. Apple has been working on this feature for years, aiming to revolutionize how diabetics manage their health.

Why is this feature so crucial for insulin-dependent diabetics? Here’s why:

– Insulin-dependent diabetics need to monitor their blood sugar levels at least three times a day to determine their insulin dosage before meals.
– Incorrect insulin dosages can lead to dangerous complications like hypoglycemia or long-term organ damage.

Currently, diabetics have to prick themselves with lancets and use expensive disposable test strips with a glucometer to get their blood glucose readings. This process is not only painful but also costly.

Although Apple did not include the non-invasive blood glucose feature in the original Apple Watch model released in 2015, they are continuously working on perfecting it. In the meantime, medical device manufacturer Dexcom has developed a workaround with its G7 continuous glucose meter (CGM) and Apple Watch integration.

Here’s how you can set up the Direct to Watch feature for the Dexcom G7 CGM:

1. Update the Dexcom app via the App Store.
2. Open the Dexcom app on your iPhone and follow the setup guide.
3. Open the updated Dexcom app on your compatible Apple Watch.
4. Tap Pair to Sensor and complete pairing instructions.

With this integration, you can now view your blood glucose readings directly on your Apple Watch without needing your iPhone nearby.

While other smartwatch brands like Samsung and Huawei are also exploring blood glucose monitoring features, Apple’s innovation in this area is highly anticipated by diabetics worldwide.

If you’re interested in accessing near real-time blood glucose readings on your Apple Watch, visit Dexcom’s website for more information and contact a representative. Stay tuned for updates as Apple continues to enhance its health monitoring capabilities for users.