The first meter with plug & play diabetes management software. Woohoo!

The problem is that this particular, innovative product will not be available to persons residing in Spain!

Whilst this product may not be suitable for all persons with Diabetes, it can and will be an excellent product for some.

A brief run-down on what we are missing here;

Key Features

Just insert a test strip and plug into a whole new world of diabetes management.

• Integrated AutoLog technology for intuitive meal marking
• Brightly colored display and lighted test strip port – easy to read everywhere and anytime
• Text messages instead of error codes
• Rechargeable battery that can charge from any USB port
• USB connector and integrated diabetes management software from Bayer
• Date and time synchronization with the computer for accurate result tracking
• 2000-test memory

Uses Bayer’s CONTOUR™ technology

• No Coding™ Technology
• Minimises effects of many common interfering substances
• Automatic control solution marking

You can read further about the USB Meter here on the Bayer UK Site.

But why no Spain, I hear you ask? Well at the moment I can not give anyone a answer however I have been in touch with the US Corporate Director to ask why they decided that persons with Diabetes residing in Spain should not have access to what could potentially be a life changing product.

I’m hopeful that an answer will arrive shortly!!

Incidentally, Bayer has a pretty decent presence here in Spain. The USB meter uses existing strips from the contour range and uses the same measurements as the USA (mg/dl).

I would personally like to try out the meter. I am currently using an Accu Chek Aviva Nano and whilst pretty and has nice lights, the meter’s performance is disappointing and I feel I can no longer trust the meter any more. Not a good sign for all parties concerned.

Here’s to hope and some answers from the Bayer HQ.. Bye for now..

This is a follow up to the post on insulin infusion pumps failing.

A medical device alert has been issued by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) relating to the Accu-Chek Spirit insulin pump.

Further information can be viewed over on the Diabetes UK website.

Would you like to simply download the results from your blood glucose meter or insulin pump and see results displayed as clear images that are easy to understand and act on?The Accu-Chek Smart Pix is a small wireless device that imports and displays results from Accu-Chek blood glucose meters and insulin pumps in an instant and easy to use format.

The Accu-Chek Smart Pix helps both people with diabetes and their healthcare professionals to view and understand results. It is simply plugged into a PC to give an instant picture.

A recent survey has shown that Accu-Chek Smart Pix can help improve the quality of your consultation by giving you a clear understanding of your results.*

Download a leaflet with more information about the latest version of Accu-Chek Smart Pix and how it can benefit you.

View Video Demostration

Get in touch with the Diabetes Healthcare Team to see if this device will be beneficial to your heath circumstances.

Here’s what you need for Accu-Chek Smart Pix

• A PC with a free USB port
• Operating system: Microsoft Windows 2000 or above
• An installed internet browser (although an internet connection is not required)
• A monitor set to a screen resolution of 1024×768 or higher
• A printer connected to a PC (if you wish to print reports)

*Accu-Chek Smart Pix UK Market Research 2006