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FDA grants approval for first iPhone-enabled blood glucose monitor without a prescription

Although an Apple Watch that can take blood sugar readings may still be a ways away, an iPhone-enabled blood glucose monitor may be available soon without a prescription. The FDA has granted approval for Dexcom’s Stelo Glucose Biosensor System, which uses a Bluetooth connection to the user’s iPhone. The FDA has stipulated that the device […]

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Rumor: Blood glucose testing feature for Apple Watch could take several years to be miniaturized for the device

While Apple’s noninvasive monitoring technology for blood glucose monitoring may have recently reached a “proof of concept” stage, it might not be available as an Apple Watch feature for several years. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple’s methodology, which allows diabetics and others to test their blood glucose levels without needing to prick the skin […]

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Rumor: Noninvasive glucose test for the Apple Watch reaches “proof of concept” phase

Apple’s efforts to use the Apple Watch as a noninvasive glucose meter appears to be making progress, and has reportedly reached a “proof of concept” stage, although it could still take years to reach the market. Per Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, it will still take time to become part of the Apple Watch, but the research […]

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Rumor: Apple Watch Series 7 could feature blood sugar sensor, address diabetic health concerns

The next-gen Apple Watch could feature a sensor that will help monitor your blood sugar. Per Korean web site ET News, the Apple Watch Series 7, which is slated to launch later this year, could include a blood sugar sensor. The move would add to the health applications which have become a major selling point […]

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Apple Watch glucose sensor could still be years away from introduction according to industry experts

Apple’s efforts to develop a non-invasive glucose monitoring system using the Apple Watch may still be a few years away. Per two sources close to the story, Apple is continuing research on a noninvasive continuous glucose reader, but the technology is still considered to be years away according to industry experts. The story comes a […]