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Scientists hail ‘smart’ insulin that responds to changing blood sugar levels in real time

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Tags: medicine, diabetes, insulin, breakthroughs, scientists, blood sugar, author.andrew gregory, source.the guardian
https://www.theguardian.com/society/article/2024/aug/11/scientists-hail-smart-insulin-responds-changing-blood-sugar-levels-real-time-diabetes

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Andrew Gregory
Published
Aug 11 2024
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880 words

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    SirNut
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    Fantastic news for the ~9% of diabetics with type 1, that have fantastic insurance

    Fantastic news for the ~9% of diabetics with type 1, that have fantastic insurance

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    1. Mendanbar
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      I have a 9 yr old with T1D, and have mediocre insurance that is constantly hassling me for proof that his various devices are "medically necessary". I'm still optimistic though that science will...

      I have a 9 yr old with T1D, and have mediocre insurance that is constantly hassling me for proof that his various devices are "medically necessary". I'm still optimistic though that science will keep marching forward and making his life easier. Still good news IMO, even if it means I have to fight insurance some more.

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