22KIT
are committed to making Omnipod
5 an option for as many people
as possible, as quickly as we can,
and working hard to secure broad
access globally."
Omnipod 5 is the first CE
marked, tubeless hybrid closed
loop system (HCL, also known as
automated insulin delivery or AID)
that integrates with the Dexcom G6
CGM. This means it can be set up to
automatically adjust insulin delivery
and help protect against high and low
glucose levels. The system consists
of the tubeless Pod enhanced with
SmartAdjust technology and the
Omnipod 5 Controller, with its
integrated SmartBolus Calculator.
The system is interoperable with
the Dexcom G6 CGM for automated
insulin delivery.
Every five minutes, SmartAdjust
technology receives a CGM value
and trend, and predicts where
glucose will be 60 minutes into the
future. The system then increases,
decreases, or pauses insulin
delivery based on the user's desired
and customized glucose target.
Omnipod 5 simplifies daily diabetes
management by making many of
these dosing decisions for the user,
while they focus on other aspects of
their life.
Podding on!
Lydia Parkhurst, a 26-year-old
geography teacher who enjoys
backpacking and has travelled the
world with her Omnipod DASH
System, has been a Podder since
2015. She says, "I am so excited for
the release of Omnipod 5 in the UK. I
can't wait to experience the freedom
of being tubeless while also having
the support of hybrid closed loop
technology. The combination will
make living with Type 1 diabetes far
less complicated - allowing me to live
my life to the fullest!"
Additional support comes from
Karen Addington, CEO at JDRF UK,
who says, "With NICE set to approve
hybrid closed loop in England
and Wales later this year, we are
delighted that more hybrid closed
loop systems - such as Omnipod
5 - are becoming available to help
people manage their T1D. Diabetes
management is very personal, so
access to a range of technology
options is crucial. A wider choice of
hybrid closed loop systems offers
people with T1D evidence-based
treatment they can trust to support
them to manage their condition
with confidence."
Insulet is working in partnership
with the National Health Service
(NHS) at all levels to ensure access to
Omnipod 5 for people with T1D.
The Omnipod Insulin
Management System provides an
alternative to traditional insulin
delivery methods. With its simple,
wearable design, the tubeless
disposable Pod provides up to three
days of non-stop insulin delivery,
without the need to see or handle a
needle. Insulet's flagship innovation,
the Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin
Delivery System, integrates with
a continuous glucose monitor to
manage blood sugar with no multiple
daily injections, zero fingersticks, and
can be controlled by a compatible
smartphone or Omnipod 5
Controller.
*For a list of compatible Dexcom
devices, CLICK HERE. For a list
of compatible Omnipod devices,
CLICK HERE.
I can't wait to
experience the
freedom of being
tubeless while also
having the support
of hybrid closed
loop technology;
combination
will make living
with T1D far less
complicated ~
Lydia Parkhurst,
podder
Our free online magazine
for people with diabetes
sent to your inbox each month.
News, views, reviews, features,
free samples and giveaways.
Sign up with your email address!
ISSUE 115
MAKING
CARBS
COUNT
MILK ALTERNATIVES
PLUS Diabetes kit • Giveaways • News (for T1 and T2) • Food News
JUDGEMENT
CALL
10 things to consider when
choosing a meter
PLUS
Who's Zooming who?
An update on digital
health delivery
ISSUE 111
MAKING
CARBS
COUNT
BELL PEPPERS
PLUS Diabetes kit • Giveaways • News (for T1 and T2) • Food News
COMFORT
ZONE
Roche's new micropump:
designed for user satisfaction
PLUS
Dexcom's next
generation G7 sensor ISSUE 119
MAKING
CARBS
COUNT
LUSCIOUS LYCHEES
PLUS Diabetes kit • Giveaways • News (for T1 and T2) • Food News
DIY SYSTEMS
The ultimate in self-care?
PLUS
Roche's new
meter launch:
introducing
the Accu-Chek
Instant
email address