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Welcome to Diabetes Management by Skin Grip, your go-to hub for tips, tricks, and real talk on living boldly with diabetes. Whether you’re new to the journey or leveling up your routine, we’ve got fun, helpful advice to keep you feeling strong, confident, and fully in charge.

Diabetes Technology

Diabetes Technology

Dexcom G6 vs Medtronic Guardian Sensor 3: Which is The Best CGM Option for You?
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Dexcom G6 vs Medtronic Guardian Sensor 3: Which is The Best CGM Option for You?

When considering using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) for diabetes management, Dexcom and Medtronic are often some of the first brands that you may come across. In this article, we will compare the Dexcom G6 and Medtronic Guardian Sensor 3 shedding light on their features, compatibility and more.

A Beginner’s Guide to Insulin Pump Infusion Set Options: Finding the Best Fit for You
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A Beginner’s Guide to Insulin Pump Infusion Set Options: Finding the Best Fit for You

Finding the right infusion set is an important part of successful insulin pump therapy. Choosing from different insertion angles and a variety of tubing lengths. The choice is yours!

What Phones are Compatible with Medtronic MiniMed Mobile App?
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What Phones are Compatible with Medtronic MiniMed Mobile App?

Are you a Medtronic MiniMed 780G user looking for added convenience right at your fingertips? With a range of compatible phones, you can effortlessly track your pump data and glucose sensor trends with the Medtronic MiniMed Mobile App! Managing your diabetes can now be as simple as checking your notifications!

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How to Get Blood Sugar Readings on Your iPhone

Interested in accessing your blood sugar readings on your iPhone? This blog post is a comprehensive guide to help you integrate your CGM data to your iPhone.

Automated Insulin Delivery Systems: Advantages and Limitations
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Automated Insulin Delivery Systems: Advantages and Limitations

There have been many advantages to diabetes technology systems over the years. From finger pricking, continuous glucose monitors, insulin pumps, and now automated insulin delivery systems, the technological advances can be incredibly beneficial to lowering A1C levels and reducing the time spent on daily diabetes management. Do the advancements with automated insulin delivery systems like those with Tandem t:slim x3, Omnipod 5, or Medtronic MiniMed 770G, mean that you stop thinking about diabetes management altogether? We are laying out all the advantages and disadvantages of these systems below.

Medtronic Guardian
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Diabetes Devices Up Close: Medtronic Guardian 4

The Guardian 4 marks Medtronic Diabetes' latest release in continuous glucose monitoring systems (CGMs). With its enhanced accuracy, reliability and convenience, the Guardian 4 offers individuals with diabetes a comprehensive understanding of their glucose levels. The newest advancements in Medtronic's Guardian 4 is a step forward in personalized diabetes care. Continue reading to learn more about the latest features and benefits.