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Burnt out from managing your diabetes? These tips can help

Some days, it feels like diabetes doesn’t just live with you – it takes over your calendar. There’s the constant hum ...

August 27, 2025

Patch wearers with tattoos – does ink affect adhesion

If you’ve got tattoos and wear a CGM patch, you might be wondering: does having one under your sensor or adhesive aff...

August 25, 2025

Brodie Sargent’s 26-Marathon Challenge for Type 1 Diabetes

Meet Brodie Sargent — 21 years old, raised in Mudgee, NSW, now living and training in Wollongong. On August 26, Brodi...

August 20, 2025

Can exercise loosen your CGM patch? Here’s how to fix it

You’re pushing through your workout, sweat building, energy high. Then it hits - a little tug, a patch edge peeling, ...

August 18, 2025

Why your CGM patch might be causing redness – and what to do about it

You’re tracking your glucose, wearing your CGM consistently, and trying to stay on top of your health. But then your ...

August 15, 2025

What to pack for CGM patch care when travelling

Travelling with a CGM can be freeing - you can explore, enjoy meals, and manage your glucose levels without constant ...

August 13, 2025

How food affects your blood glucose levels (According to your CGM)

Understanding how food affects blood glucose levels is one of the most valuable insights you can gain from wearing a ...

August 12, 2025

Can your meals affect your CGM patch? What to eat (and avoid) for better wear

Disclaimer: This article is not medical advice. Always speak with a qualified health professional about your diabetes...

August 08, 2025

How to apply patches with one hand – tips for solo users

Whether you’re using a Dexcom, Libre, or any other CGM, applying a patch with one hand can feel like solving a puzzle...

July 30, 2025

What dermatologists want CGM users to know about adhesive buildup

Wearing a CGM patch isn’t just about keeping your sensor in place - it’s about keeping your skin protected too. But w...

July 28, 2025

Why kids may scratch at their CGM patch – and how to stop it

If your child keeps scratching, tugging, or pulling at their CGM patch, you’re not the only one noticing. Whether it’...

July 25, 2025

From diagnosis to Stanford: how diabetes made Sarah stronger

At just 12 years old, Sarah Marriott was at a cross-country ski camp when she first sensed something wasn’t right. ...

July 24, 2025

The Role of Skin pH in CGM Patch Adhesion and Comfort

You know that feeling when your CGM patch just won’t stay put – or worse, your skin flares up after wearing it? Somet...

July 23, 2025

Top 5 CGM patch issues and how to fix them

Wearing a CGM should make your life easier—not harder. But when your patch doesn’t stay put, causes skin problems, or...

July 21, 2025

How to use adhesive wipes to improve CGM and patch wear time

Wearing a CGM can be life-changing, but getting it to stay on for the full wear time? That’s a challenge many of us k...

July 17, 2025

The truth about patch expiry dates – do they really matter

If you’ve ever found an old CGM patch in your drawer, you’ve probably wondered: Does the expiry date really matter? A...

July 15, 2025

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