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FDA Safety Communication: Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities with Certain Patient Monitors from Contec and Epsimed

Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a safety communication to raise awareness about cybersecurity vulnerabilities in Contec CMS8000 patient monitors and Epsimed MN-120 patient monitors. These medical devices are used in health care and home settings for displaying information, such as the vital signs of a patient, including temperature, heartbeat, and blood pressure.

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Designing for the Future: How CGM Devices Are Adapting to Meet the Needs of a Growing User Base

By Chris Dawson

Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) technology is rapidly expanding beyond Type 1 diabetes to reach a wider demographic, including Type 2 diabetics and wellness users. How manufacturers advancing CGM technology to address these diverse needs, focusing on ease of use, device reliability, and adherence strategies? By prioritizing these areas, manufacturers can empower a growing user base to manage their health more effectively and independently.

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