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False Readings from Glucose MetersWith the recent recall of 359 glucose test strips, diabetics may be worried they are getting true glucose readings.- Uncommon Causes of High Blood GlucoseThere are many causes of high blood sugar besides diabetes.
FDA - Recall of Abbott Glucose Test StripsThe FDA announced December 22, 2010 that it is working with Abbott Diabetes Care to recall 359 lots of glucose test strips used for 6 of its diabetes testing machines.
Abbott Diabetes Care Recalls Certain Lots of Blood Glucose Test StripsDiabetics who are using blood glucose test strips by Abbott Diabetes Care need to check lot numbers to see if their test strips have been recalled. Approximately 359 million strips have been recalled due to possible faulty results.
Abbott Labs Recalls Blood Glucose Testing StripsAbbott Labs has issued a recall of blood glucose testing strips as they may give incorrect readings.
Diabetics: Learning How to Check Your Sugar LevelsIf you are diabetic, you are probably using a blood glucose monitoring system to check your sugar levels. This article explains what will be in your blood glucose monitoring system kit, and how to use it.
Diabetics: How to Prevent Hypoglycemia During ExerciseExercising too strenuously can cause hypoglycemia in diabetics, a condition that could cause loss of consciousness or an insulin-induced coma. Learn how to prevent it.
Getting Started with Your Diabetic LogbookA new diabetic's guide to logging their blood sugar results effectively in a self testing diary or diabetic logbook
8 Places You Should Bring Your Blood Glucose MeterThose of us who are controlling our blood glucose through medications or insulin must always be on the lookout for blood sugars that might be dipping too low.- Features of the ReliOn Micro Blood Glucose MeterThe ReliOn Micro Meter is nice and compact, and easy to use, inexpensive as my article tells you.
The New Bayer Contour USB Blood Glucose Monitoring SystemThe new Bayer Contour USB Blood Glucose Monitoring System is a leader in technology for diabetes care management. The system is simple to use and offers many options to keep diabetes manageable.- Testing Yourself for DiabetesWhile it is important to make sure your hands are clean before testing, it's also important to make sure they are dry. Having excess water on your fingertips when testing can dilute the result, causing the reading to be unreliable.
How to Choose a Blood Glucose MonitorWhen shopping for a monitor to test your blood-sugar levels, consider these factors ...- How to Reduce the Pain of Finger Sticks when Testing Blood Glucose LevelsWhen checking blood glucose levels, diabetics can use some strategies and tools to reduce soreness and discomfort.
- Voice Diabetic Meter - Making Your Blood Glucose Readings Easier to UnderstandVoice blood glucose monitors help Diabetics get accurate blood glucose readings without having to actually see the monitor screen.
- How to Choose the Right Blood Glucose Testing DeviceIt is essential that diabetics are able to control and monitor their blood glucose levels. A blood glucose meter is a required tool for diabetics.
- How to Prepare for Having a PET Scan If You Are a DiabeticHow to prepare for a PET Scan if you are a diabetic. What to ask and what you should know.
- How Important is Self Blood Glucose Monitoring when You Have Diabetes?Why is self monitoring your blood glucose level so important when you have diabetes?
- Product Review of the OneTouch UltraMini Blood Glucose Monitoring SystemThis blood glucose meter is compact and easy to use. Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes patients will find many useful features. This review looks at the good and not so good features, 4.5 of 5.
- Diabetes Blood Glucose Meter and Test Strip CompatibilityUsers of blood glucose meters should carefully read the Owner's Manual and only use the test strips that are specified for that meter.
Product Review: True Track Smart System Blood Glucose MonitorThe TrueTrack Smart System Blood Glucose Monitor is being advertised at all the local drug stores, and with rebates or taking your old machine back, you get it for as little as $19.99 and in some cases free.
Product Review: FreeStyle Freedom Blood Glucose Monitoring SystemTesting your blood sugar is an important part of controlling diabetes or hypoglycemia. A fast reliable tester is imperative. I test regularly for hypoglycemia and have found the Freestyle Freedom blood glucose monitoring system a reliable piece of equipment.- Is Monitoring of Blood Glucose Necessary in Diabetics Who Don't Use Insulin?A controversial study investigated whether frequent blood glucose monitoring was necessary in people with diabetes who do not use insulin.
- Advances in Medical Technology Help Diabetics Lead Normal LivesI am a diabetic. Advances in medical technology have helped diabetics lead more normal lives.
- Medisense Optium Blood Glucose Monitoring System: A ReviewThis Glucometer is easy to use and requires an extremely small blood sample. However, its accuracy leaves a lot to be desired.
- A Review of the One Touch Ultra Smart Blood Glucose Monitoring SystemThe best meter availble with the capacity to allow you to monitor every aspect of your blood glucose level and relate to every aspect of your life.
- Blood Glucose Meters and Diabetes: A Great Business, and Some Great TipsBesides insulin, what is the most important product in a diabetics home? Can you guess what it is? It is your blood glucose meter.
How Technology Saved My LifeSometimes it doesn't matter if you don't have any risk factors for a particular disease. Scientists don't know all there is to know, and sometimes, well, stuff just happens.- Healthy Tips to Extend Your LifeMany people mistakenly believe that the process of aging is normal and inevitable. Forward thinking researchers now believe the process of aging is a disease process which can be thwarted through dietary calorie restriction.
- Bayer Contour USB Blood Glucose MeterA small meter for testing blood glucose, has a usb port on the end to hook to the computer and upload the results from the meter to the Glucofacts software on your computer.
- Bayer's Contour USB Blood Glucose MeterIt's a nice little meter with internet program
- The New Age of B.G. MetersWith this USB meter, diabetics will move forward.
- Features of the One Touch UltraSmart Glucose MeterAnyone who is living with diabetes whether it is type 1 or type 2, must keep track of their blood glucose levels on a daily basis. The OneTouch UltraSmart meter is an excellent meter and will help you keep abreast of your blood glucose trends.
Pumping Iron: The Best Exercises for Diabetes ManagementSome great exercises you can do at home with dumbbells and a barbell.- Blood Glucose Meters and Choosing the One for YouChoosing the right blood glucose meter for your needs is important. In this article, I am discussing Accu-Chek meters and their differences.
- One Touch Ultra Mini Blood Glucose Monitoring System Product ReviewMost glucose monitors are similar, and the only benefit I can see with this one, is that it is narrower than the others.
- How to Test Your Diabetic Cat's Blood Sugar - Without FaintingFeline diabetes is common and many cat lovers are faced with the task of monitoring their kitty's blood glucose at home. But what if the sight of blood makes you queasy? Here's some tips on making blood glucose monitoring painless for you and your cat.
A Comparative Review of the ACCU-Check Compact Blood Glucose MeterMost convenient meter yet features a 17 test strip internal drum and an attachable lancet.
Review of the Ascensia Breeze 2 Blood Glucose MonitorThe newest glucometer from Bayer, the Ascensia Breeze 2 Blood Glucose Monitoring System is a convenient, accurate meter that uses the ten strip disc, delivers the results in five seconds and has useful features.
