Abbott FreeStyle Libre was recently launched in India with an aim to give millions of Indians access to high-quality, accurate and pain-free diabetes. While we all are aware that the process is pain-free, there might be various questions going in a person’s mind about its function, accuracy, and process. Here are 5 top frequently asked questions about Abbott LibreStyle Pro: …

Mr. Nagale is an electrical consultant, and an entrepreneur. He eats no outside food, doesn’t consume alcohol and has no genetic problems either. So it was a big surprise when 2 years back, at the age of 47, he was diagnosed with pancreatitis. The doctors were able to treat pancreatitis but Mr. Nagale was diagnosed with diabetes in the aftermath. …

The prolonged confinement to maintain social distancing and prevent the spread of the virus has limited attendance for people with diabetes at clinics. While telemedicine has become a popular option, caring for people with diabetes also requires continuous glucose monitoring technologies to stay in control of sugar levels during the pandemic. This is where Abbott FreeStyle Libre plays a crucial …

“The days of routine glucose testing with test strips, lancets, and blood are over.” If you were told this statement a decade back, would you have believed it? Even we wouldn’t have! Monitoring of blood sugar has seen a huge advancement in the course of the years. Right  from quantifying glucose in urine back in the day to the latest …

Despite India being declared as the diabetes capital of the world, only a few of the top health insurance companies have come forward to address this problem and provide affordable health insurance to diabetics. One of the primary reasons for diabetes care and insurance to be expensive is the nature of the condition and the complications associated with it.  The …

It is a distressing fact that India is home to over 230 million people suffering from high blood pressure, and about 70 million coping with diabetes. While both conditions are known to be threatening, the significant overlap between diabetes and hypertension make situations worse for those managing both conditions and in worst cases, fatal. With COVID restricting the visits to …

“The strongest are not those who show strength in front of you but those who win battles we know nothing about!” The age of fourteen can be quite pivotal. While some end up making futuristic career decisions, others begin to rebel and try figuring out their lives. This sea of emotions experienced during teenage, from first loves to breakups, is …

One of the topics that has got serious attention during the pandemic is sustainability. With the use of masks, PPE kits, and other non-biodegradable items to protect oneself from the virus, eco warriors across the world are facing a bigger threat to combat this plastic menace.  Every human activity causes an impact to the environment, scientifically called as carbon footprint. …

The perils of the existing pandemic are being discussed all across the globe including the consequences of Covid-19 on different aspects of human health. The one factor that is causing concerns in the healthcare industry is obesity. On World Obesity Day, we decipher the reasons why obesity could replace COVID-19 and become the next pandemic. What is Obesity? Obesity is …

Many people with diabetes are constantly challenged by the stereotypes and prejudice that arise out of the misconceptions about diabetes. While social stigma is quite familiar in the cases of religion, gender, etc., not many are aware of the issues faced by people with diabetes.  Many people are not aware of the types of diabetes and the causes of the …