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..

A new blood glucose monitor, unveiled today, connects directly to Nintendo DST and Nintendo DST Lite gaming systems and was designed specifically for children with diabetes.

Bayer’s DIDGET™ Blood Glucose Monitoring System

Keeping children actively engaged in their diabetes routine is essential. To help encourage consistent testing habits, Bayer developed the DIDGET™ blood glucose monitoring system. This unique tool rewards children for testing with points they can use with their Nintendo DS™ or Nintendo DS™ Lite system, and on Bayer’s New Web Community your exclusive web community for children with diabetes.

Designed Exclusively for Children

We know that children with diabetes have unique challenges and responsibilities. And parents know that a good way to motivate children to do anything—from homework to household chores to blood glucose testing—is to engage them with something they love to do. That’s why we designed Bayer’s DIDGET™ meter—to give children a fun and effective way to take charge of their diabetes management.

Adds Fun to Routine Testing

Bayer’s DIDGET™ meter rewards consistent testing habits with points that can be used with the exclusive Knock Em Downs™: World’s Fair video game for use with Nintendo DS™ , Nintendo DS™ Lite or on Bayer’s New Web Community. Children earn points for regular daily testing, with additional rewards for being within their target range and sticking with their testing regimen over time. They can use these points to purchase items in the games, unlock mini-games and customize their experience on Bayer’s New Web Community.

Further information is available from the Bayer 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