Type Strong

Why Freestyle Libre 2 and 3 Readers Are Changing the Game

Living with diabetes means constantly balancing numbers, symptoms, routines, and decisions. And let’s be honest – it’...

June 16, 2025

How to Extend the Life of Your FreeStyle Libre Sensor: Tips and Best Practices

The FreeStyle Libre sensor is a game-changer for people with diabetes, allowing for continuous glucose monitoring (C...

June 13, 2025

Men and Type 1 Diabetes: Why Sensor Confidence Matters

For men living with type 1 diabetes, confidence in your continuous glucose monitor (CGM) isn’t just a convenience – i...

June 13, 2025

How Dexcom Overpatches Improve Comfort During Workouts

Ever been halfway through a workout, in the zone, and suddenly feel the edge of your Dexcom lifting? One quick wipe w...

June 11, 2025

Breaking the Stigma: Men, Mental Health & Diabetes Tech

Let’s talk about something we don’t talk about enough. Mental health. Diabetes. And men. This Men's Health Week, we ...

June 10, 2025

Sensor Patches as Fashion? Exploring the Style Side of Diabetes Tech

Let’s be honest – CGM patches used to feel a bit... clinical. Functional, yes, but stylish? Not so much. That’s chang...

June 06, 2025

Can You Layer Patches? What Happens When You Stack CGM Patches for Extra Security

Ever noticed your CGM patch starting to peel and thought, “Maybe I’ll just stick another one on top”? You're definite...

June 04, 2025

What Makes a CGM Patch 'Hypoallergenic'? A Look at the Ingredients

So you’ve just stuck on your CGM and you’re ready to forget about it for the next ten days—until your skin starts itc...

June 03, 2025

What Is ‘Type Strong’ and How Can It Help You?

Living with diabetes means constant juggling – your numbers, your food, your tech, and your mindset. Some days you fe...

June 02, 2025

Do You Really Need a Patch for Your CGM? A Beginner's Guide

Right, so here's the honest truth. Most CGMs - your Dexcom G7, Freestyle Libre, all that lot - they come with perfect...

May 30, 2025

Can You Use Our Dexcom Patches on Libre Sensors? Can You Mix and Match?

Right, so you've got our Dexcom patches sitting in your drawer, but you're wearing a Libre sensor. Or maybe it's the ...

May 29, 2025

Can You Use CGM Patches on Hairy Skin? Here's What You Need to Know

Right, let's talk about the elephant in the room - or should I say, the hair on your arm. You've got your new CGM sen...

May 28, 2025

Medtronic CGM Patches: What’s Available and What Actually Works?

If you use a Medtronic CGM like the Guardian Connect or Guardian 4, you already know how helpful the tech can be for...

May 26, 2025

Dexcom G7 Overpatches: What They Are and Why You Might Need One - Type Strong

Does the Dexcom G7 Need an Overpatch?

Yes, for G7 and G7 15 Day, as needed on G6 Dexcom lists the overpatch as a required part of the Dexcom G7 and Dexcom ...

May 23, 2025

How Celebrities Like Halle Berry Use CGMs (and What You Can Learn)

Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) have transformed the way people manage diabetes, but they’re not just medical tool...

May 22, 2025

Why Athletes and Active Users Always Keep Spare CGM Patches

When you're pushing your body to the limit, you can't afford to worry about your CGM sensor falling off. Whether you'...

May 21, 2025

All things diabetes