- Dexcom ONE+ is now available in the UK, incorporating 25 years of Dexcom research to offer a sensor that better meets the needs of those living with diabetes.
- Dexcom’s first-ever State of Type 2 Report features survey findings from people with Type 2 diabetes and reveals majority of respondents struggle with anxiety and depression1.
- The ‘Dexcom State of Type 2 Report’ also shows 54% of people wish they could gain more confidence in managing their Type 2 diabetes1.
- CGM usage amongst people with Type 2 diabetes can lead to greater user motivation and improved diabetes management2.
DexCom, Inc., a provider of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) for people with diabetes, today announced both the launch of Dexcom ONE+, a CGM device that easily tracks real-time glucose readings to help improve diabetes management, and the Dexcom State of Type 2 Report. The report is a first-of-its-kind look at the Type 2 landscape today. It examines the preferences and behaviors of those living with the condition, as well as their caretakers and healthcare professionals. It is hoped that the report will serve as a valuable resource for healthcare professionals supporting those living with Type 2 diabetes and empower those with Type 2 to feel less isolated. Additionally, Dexcom ONE+ can offer a diabetes management solution specifically suited to those living with Type 2 diabetes.
As the UK observes Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Week, the first-ever State of Type 2 Report, from Dexcom, discovered that nearly half (49%) of individuals with Type 2 diabetes were unaware of the condition’s effects when diagnosed. Now, 63% are encountering difficulties in managing their diabetes, including challenges related to improving their diet or their mental health, in fact 42% of people with diabetes and caregivers surveyed say living with Type 2 has negatively impacted their mental health or that of the person they care for, of those respondents anxiety (61%) and depression (52%) are the most commonly reported effects of living with Type 2 diabetes . Furthermore, when asked, close to half (48%) believe that being able to monitor their glucose levels would help them better manage their condition, while 39% feel that greater knowledge about available care options would be beneficial.
However, the good news for those struggling to manage Type 2 diabetes is that a recent study2 has shown a link between real-time CGM usage, such as Dexcom ONE+, and improved management of the condition. The study showed that by bringing awareness to the impact of food and exercise choices on an individual’s glucose levels, people became more motivated to continue making positive choices, likely leading to significant glycaemic benefits2.
“The Dexcom State of Type 2 report reveals that people trying to manage their Type 2 diabetes face significant impacts on all areas of their lives including, and perhaps particularly, their mental health,” says Karen Baxter, Vice President, Northern Europe, South Africa, Israel, and Malta at Dexcom. “We’re proud to have developed a sensor that addresses the unmet needs of the Type 2 community. Feedback from users and healthcare professionals already using Dexcom ONE+ indicates that the sensor is easy to use and motivational, as it provides a clearer understanding of how food and exercise choices affect glucose levels. Seeing real-time feedback can help alleviate the frustration many people, especially those with Type 2 diabetes, experience in understanding and managing their condition.”
More on the Dexcom State of Type 2 Report
More than five million people in the UK are living with diabetes – and 90% of this group have Type 2, according to Diabetes UK. The first-of-its-kind Dexcom State of Type 2 Report was designed to offer insights into the realities of living with the condition.
“As the State of Type 2 Report reveals, living with Type 2 diabetes can come with psychological as well as physical challenges,” says Dr. Rose Stewart, Consultant Clinical Psychologist and chair of the UK Diabetes Psychology Network. “Many people living with Type 2 diabetes feel like they don’t understand their condition, and feel like it is beyond their control – this combination of issues can contribute to more problems managing diabetes and detrimental mental health challenges. Fortunately, with tech advancements, people living with Type 2 can now feel empowered to better understand their condition, feel like they can manage it effectively and live more confidently. Using technology like a CGM paired with health boosting activities – whether that be exercise, relaxation, enjoying time with loved ones or something else –can help people confidently tackle type 2 along with the stresses it creates every day.”
Specific findings include:
- Understanding at Diagnosis: Just 10% of patients and their caregivers know a lot about Type 2 before diagnosis.
- Mental Health Challenges: Nearly half (42%) of patients and caregivers surveyed said that living with type 2 has negatively impacted their mental health, or that of the person they care for.
- Technological Advancements: While only 9% of patients and caregivers fully understand what a CGM system is – and 70% are unaware it’s available on prescription for some people with type 2 – most know that it will help improve their lives with diabetes: in fact, 40% say being able to see glucose numbers in real time and having access to CGM would have the most positive effect on their type 2 diabetes or that of the person they care for.
To read the Dexcom State of Type 2 Report and learn more about how Dexcom ONE+ can benefit you or your loved one, visit dexcom.com/t2report. Dexcom ONE+ will replace the current Dexcom ONE sensor.