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hello shum sen i mir po qka te bejm ne qe nuk kemi pare per me ble G7 ne me paret qi i fitojm mezi qe e sigurojm insuline per qiken tim 11 vjqe per ne G7 esht vetem me shiku e me lakmu do te isht gzim i madh qe femiu ime te get ni G7 😩
hello, good sir, what should we do, we have no money to buy a G7, we barely earn enough money to provide insulin for my 11 year old son, for the G7, it's just a matter of looking and greedy, it will be a great joy for my child to get G7 😩
@@gymnasticstoysdolls6896 I am sorry to hear that. I believe the technology will become more affordable overtime. I am doing all I can on my end to raise awareness about the importance of the technology. Obviously, this is a tough one. I am wishing you and you’re family all the best.
I work for the company that makes the springs that go into these. Had to look it up. I make about 70k of these springs a day but didn't really understand how it worked. Pretty cool! Proud to be a part of it.
Thanks for making them. I'm a diabetic and just got mine today. I thought it was just a sticker here and actually pushed needles in your arm my question is does it hurt when it goes in?
Thank you for the good information. I've had type one diabetes for 52 years and have been in very good health. For the past 30+ years I've been checking my glucose levels 7x a day. The Dexcom 7 will be my first CGM based on your information. I'm grateful for your information.
hello shum sen i mir po qka te bejm ne qe nuk kemi pare per me ble G7 ne me paret qi i fitojm mezi qe e sigurojm insuline per qiken tim 11 vjqe per ne G7 esht vetem me shiku e me lakmu do te isht gzim i madh qe femiu ime te get ni G7 😩
I live in the USA and I’ve never used the Dexcom sensors before. I just ordered Dexcom7 and had no issue! Love your videos I’ve learned a lot from you so thank you!
I called Dexcom about using the abdomen because i have trouble with my hands. They say they have not done enough testing on abdomen application, but if your doctor says it’s okay then you can apply to abdomen. So that’s what I did and it seems like it’s working great. So far I like it! I like the enormous savings in plastic. It seems more accurate than the G6.
This is one reason why I switched from Libre to Dexcom. I continuously knocked the Libre off my arm and switched to Dexcom because I could use my abdomen. It’s good to know I can use the G7 on my abdomen.
The sensor applicator for G& has a push button so it doesn't have to be pushed hard on the skin unlike the Libre 2, does that make a great difference with pain levels, it looks as if it does. Thanks for your clear and well presented reviews, yours is the best site!
It’s annoying that for those of us that have used G6 and always inserted it on the abdomen that now they don’t even mention insertion on the abdomen. I don’t like to have a medical device visible on my body. I would not have switched to G7 if I knew it had to be exposed on my arm.
Thanks for the video Tom! Unfortunately Dexcom is very unfair to the Android users. Whenever I get a new Android update, or when I switch my phones (from Pixel 5 to 6 and then to 7 pro), the Dexcom app doesn't work and says that it's not tested with that version. It's like we are forced to choose apple products. On the other hand, Freestyle libre always worked fine with all the phones and updates that I had. I hope Dexcom fix these issues.
I think it’s been explained before that it’s easier to make an app for Apple, because that’s one device, vs android because there’s so many different types of androids
@@alliemay6076 I agree that it's difficult especially because the FDA demands testing it with each versions of android. However these are all typical challenges in a work. I simply feel that they have less manpower handling these issues. This was the feeling that I always got when I raised this issue to Dexcom.
it is not the problem caused by Dexcom. Every time there is a new phone, Dexcom has to recreate its apps to work with a new phone version, update them, test them and get an approval. All these take time. It happens with new Apple products too.
I have a paradigm Medtronic pump and a libre 2 sensor - they don’t talk to each other but after 37 years of not managing my diabetes and being high and low - I loooove it - it’s antiquated this pump but it’s still better for my - my hb1ac is now 6.3 a little too low now so I’m working with a de to work out my insulin sensitivity etc and dialling back the pump basal etc - best thing to date is I eat and then I bolus whereas before I just stopped eating so I wouldn’t have to inject - absolutely life changing and probably life saving too!!!
I want to say thanks, I am a newly diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. Your videos have really helped me with understanding of how most of this stuff works. My doctor gave me a trial for the Freestyle Libre3 which I really love but my insurance does not cover it and I cant afford the out of pocket costs for it. However my insurance does cover Dexcom! As long as I can get one of these CGN'S, then Ill be one happy camper!!!! Anyways, thanks for making videos like these and you have definitely earned my LIKE AND SUB!!!!!!!
I too was recently diagnosed with T1D, when going to the hospital after experiencing DKA, two weeks ago. My doctor set me up with the G7 CGM, and it's a real game changer. Before then, I was using a glucometer for like a week, pricking my fingers and checking my glucose before and after meals constantly to avoid highs. Hope it goes well for you too!
@@FCTRYDFLT I was also in DKA. I thought I had the flu, but after the 6th day of going threw literal hell, I checked myself in the hospital, I had no energy I barely made it there. But I’m glad I went because it saved my life, my blood sugar was like 565 for 3 months straight and my Ac1 was 16 I think, I’m very lucky to be here and didn’t experience any heart attacks. I’m glad you made it out of DKA, I don’t wish upon nobody.
I called tandem and at least here in the USA they’re still working on the software updates needed for the pumps and they’re working with Dexcom for when they release to the USA
Fantastic video, thank you! I really wanted to get the Libre 3 given that it’s so small, but it’s not available in New Zealand 😞 The G6 was the alternative, but it’s huge! So glad that we can now get the G7 here!! It’s in the mail 👌
I'm in New Zealand too and wanting to get Libre 3, Dexcom is out of the question because of price. Sad it isn't in NZ yet but hopefully it's on the way!
Dexcom G7 is available to purchase on subscription at £140 per month in the U.K. £20 cheaper than DG6 per month. I still would love to try Freestyle Libre 3 as it is so tiny to wear on the arm and I don’t require closed looping with a pump as I am happy to inject long acting once daily while keeping to a low carb diet.
I tried the G7 after using Libre 1 and then Libre 2 CGM's. The G7 are supposed to last for 10 days but after going through a three-month supply in less than 2 months they lasted on average 6 days for me before sensor failure. I loved the continuous readings to my phone and watch but I had a couple fail after one day of use! I'm back with the Libre 2 as the Libre 3 isn't available here in NZ yet but have found it to be reliable and lasts the full 14 days. It's a shame as I loved the features of the G7. I contacted my supplier about the failures but they aren't interested at all.
I think I read that the FDA will soon allow this in the US. I wish they would hurry. But on another note, the insurance companies are dropping the coverage for the DexcomG6! When the G7 is released will the insurance companies cover it?
Medicare covers Dexcom G7, usually a 3 month supply at a time. One waterproof “over patch” comes with each sensor. They can be sticky and tricky to get on. Customer service said they are working on supplying JUST extra over patches as many have called needing extras rather than opening a whole new meter box just to get another patch out. Other than that it works great.
I wonder what the warm up time will be like with connecting to the Tandem pump. :-) I won't know for another 2 years. (Canada) lol thanks for the informative vid. 🙂
Thanks Tom, well done! The one app feature I'd really like is a voice announcement feature at a user-chosen interval of blood glucose level and direction. For example, every five minutes I hear: " 95 Flat" or "210 Falling Fast". I exercise regularly and would really like to hear my blood sugar without any manual intervention on my part. It seems to be a straightforward feature in the app and I don't understand why it's not available. I saw somewhere that iPhone users may be able to ask Siri and this is still too much work.
Yes you can ask Siri on your iPhone. I did this for my wife as a shortcut, and all she needs to do now is ask “her Siri what’s my glucose level” and it gives her the numbers.
I've thought about this often, and agree. Though I would do it a bit differently. Instead of every five minute, announce when I pass established levels, like every 20 mg/dl -- for example, "180 rising" or "120 falling". Many fewer interruptions but still alerts me when it's important.
Sounds like a good device. I am currently using the ancient, Libre 1. I have had 2 of them come off my arm banging into doorways and clothing catching on it. I noticed that you pressed on the outer edge and the center of your G7. I will try that with the next sensor. Thanks for the info.
I caught my last g7 on a screen door jam and ripped the needle out. I just bought some new overpatches that actually cover the top of the sensor so hopefully that doesn't happen again.
One thing about the new G7 is that it is not yet compatible the new wireless omnipod 5 so make sure if you have pumps that communicate with g6 that they are also compatible with the g7. That will save you some headaches for sure. Wish I had known that before I got the g7. Plsase warn folks about this.
@@leri3365 No sense in getting the G7 if it doesn't have the same compatibility capabilities as the g6 right? Maybe this fall all will be better but not now. I suggest keeping what you have until all glitches are worked out.
The main question is if you can actually use it with a pump (tslim) along with receiver. We don’t use the receiver because we got told by tslim rep. said that it messes up a lot. So we just use a phone and pump.
I have the G6 on order now, I'm in the USA and who knows when they will get the G7 here. Diabetes isn't a real priority in the USA it seems. I've been using and hating the medtronic sensors for 4 years and I'm just fed up with the calibrating and especially the failed to calibrate replace sensor BS. Thanks for all your great videos I've been watching and loving your videos for a long time, don't think I've missed any for the last year.
Thanks for the review. I have been using Libre and because the sensor fibre is very short and strictly needs to be 90 degrees angle, I have constantly had sensor failure or the sensor would literally pop out of my arm under intense exercise. I understand that the fibre for G7 is also very short and needs to be applied at 90 degrees too, does it cause the same issues like Libre?
The confusion about the abdomen application might be because in Europe they are allowed to use it on the abdomen for some reason, so probably the hardware documentation includes abdomen application.
I have 2 months supply of G6 to use and although I’d like to try G7 my interest lies with Freestyle Libre 3 when it finally becomes available to purchase in the U.K.
This was very easy to set up and seems accurate but I hate not being able to walk away from my phone without the alarm going off and I’ve only used two and they’ve both come off days early . The company is sending me another and if it’s ok I’m going to try my stomach. The adhesive they have on it needs to be stickier. The price is $150 per sensor and my insurance pays $100 so that’s $150 out of pocket. Is there any help out there for that? Otherwise I love it, it’s very helpful in tracking the things that affect your blood sugar and knowing where your sugar is!
Tom. Very helpful!!! My question: does the alarm part of the app work the same on Android as it does on Apple? I found to my extreme frustration that it does not compare for the freestyle libre 2. I voiced a lot of frustration to Abbott especially after customer service insisted they were the same and after I got an email from diabetic care telling me all the great features. Those features were not there. On Android, no Dismiss button. Plus on Android the alarm is either off or on. No quiet sound and no vibrate. Just loud warnings!!!
I recently switched from G6 to G7 and noticed three issues 1. It disconnects quite frequently though it is in range of 20 ft , never disconnected even if I am away 30ft in G6 2. The values are going up and down in saw tooth pattern rather it used to be smooth before 3. Does it store all samples and transmits when connected after few minutes as we used to wait 15 minutes every time it disconnects 4. Overall I see G6 values are pretty closer to fingersticking than G7 any comments
When you say that the lag time between interstitial fluids and blood glucose is now only 3.5 minutes, was that a claim that Dexcom was making? Or was that from personal observation? It sounds a little too good to be true, but that alone would make it the deciding factor for me.
What's the glucose readings interval time? Is it 1 minute as the freestyle libre 3? How about a comparison against the FSL3 next? Thanks for keeping us updated with all the new technologies.
@@whitelilycalla part of what makes Libre3 the most accurate on the market. Also for some of us the fast indicator of trend allows for better control. No more overshoots on low correction due to panic eating for instance. I can see quickly that the drop is correcting. No more long 10 to 15 minute waits.
Hi Justine, Thank you for the video. I will start my Dexcom G7 sensors in a week. Do you know if there is any advantage in getting the Dexcom receiver? Is the receiver just for folks who don't have a smart device? Thanks.
I got one two days ago. It was wildly inaccurate. My wifevheard the urgent low alarm and panicked that i would die in the middle of the night from hypoglycemia. I was in the middle of a 3 day fast and while dexcom had my glucose below 55 (us) One Touch had it mid 70s. I assumed it was correct. Ecen though it said "danger Will Robinson " i had no sweating, no uncontrollable jitters, no flushing, no mental confusion. But the alarms kept me up alot during the night despite my best efforts to mute or reduce volume.
I use the dexcom g6 in the US and I have so many problems with it on the abdomen area. If you do a lot of bending over and exercise it stops reading or falls off. I just decided to put it on my arm and it works so much better. I wouldn't put it on the abdomen if I was you.
Sounds like the G7 has some improvements over the G6 which I currently use. Unfortunately, I live in the U. S. and it will probably be 6 months to more than a year before the G7 is available here. I look forward to seeing more information on the G7. I guess I am weird because I don’t mind the 10 life span of the G6, I guess because I really didn’t like the Libre (earlier version than the latest one) because it didn’t wake me up when my glucose fell low during the night and my G6 does a good job of waking me up.
please talk about bodybuilders taking insulin and 1. how it is dangerous for them and 2. how it is unethical not just for the competition but in regard to all diabetics who cannot make their own and must rely on injections to live. Thank you. Also about random people buying and wearing CGMS?!?!
Got a question for you? Can I use my Apple Watch to get my readings rather than the reader? I see you are using your watch which is terrific! Why can’t I get Dexcom App to work on my iPhone 14?
I also would restart my sensors but then I just ran into the problem where my transmitter hit it's 90 days anyways so I would have extra sensors I couldn't use and my med supply/insurance would only send me the transmitter with 9 sensors at a time as a made up bundle and not just a transmitter. If I end up with a spare/extra transmitter from my endo then I for sure do it but don't know how much of a loss it would be in my case. I'm just super happy the G7 is almost here (in the US and loop) Bolus from my phone was already a big win for me and now this snuck up on me since I was sick of watching out for the G7 so I haven't checked in on it for awhile and then just randomly saw this vid.
@@chio987 My insurance lets me pick up my supplies from the local Walgreens in 90 day supply increments do I get 9 sensors at a time and 1 transmitter. I restart the sensor 2 times so 9 sensors last 9 months and a transmitter usually lasts about 100+ days. So by extending my sensors my copay costs me $40/ month instead of $73 / month when averaged out. The only complication is I have to calibrate several times on day 1 of a restart. For me a restarted sensor always starts out reading high after the warmup period. After day one the sensor reads well the rest of the 9 days.
I can't wait till I can get this sadly I have no insurance and currently not working so I am unable to get it for a while I have the g6 and love it but I love the size of the g6
With a CGMS, the change to the newer model does not cost the insurance company anything extra. You stop buying the old CGMS, and start buying the new CGMS. Unlike with a pump, where you pay the whole cost up front. CGMS sensors are 1-2 weeks and then have to be replaced. At roughly the same cost. Changing CGMS is like going from Humalog to Novolog to Apidra insulin. Assuming your insurance company approves all three, it would not care which you use or if you switch from one to the other every month. That is how a CGMS should work too.
WOW TOM this is a game changer. I'm a dedicated G6 user and my Endo just gave me the green light for the Omnipod. I'm so so keen to find out when the integration for Omnipod is available. Do you have any insight on this? I'm based in US.
If you have a phone like mine that runs down pretty quickly even though it’s a fairly new phone you don’t want to rely on phone for continuous reading in case it goes dead
You can have a seamless sensor switch even on libre 3. Just activate a second sensor with the same account (second phone for the activation is need). Furthermore you can activate Libre3 one day after injection, which means better values.
When the CEO says get on the g6 now to get the g7 faster, may be due to the fact that inventory of the g6 may need to be gone before the g7 is available. But, what do I know =P
You said you can start a new sensor with the old one still in place and when the warm-up period is over, you can SWITCH. I'm not sure what that means. Is that the point you enter the sensor number or does it mean that you take the old one off???? Thanks for your help.
The G6 was supposed to be on abdomen! G7 is much better on the arm. Overpatch should be on so you don’t bump it(loose). 15 min and no calibration is the best feature. A lot more expensive, even with insurance! Features are much better with the G7. Averages glucose level over 3-7-14-21 days.
Are there instructions for use on elderly arms where you can’t reach the back and your skin is tender? My threshold for pain has become incredibly sensitive.
I have been waiting for the G7 for a couple of years I found out this month that my insurance will cover the sensors but it won’t cover the receiver I don’t have a smart phone or anything like that so I need the receiver and I was also told my old receiver won’t work with the G7 it only works with the G6 I don’t know why they couldn’t make the G6 receiver work with the G7 but apparently my insurance will only cover their receiver every five years and I was only able to get the G6 about three years ago which means I would have to wait two more years wondering if you have any suggestions or a way to try and get a receiver for a good price
hello, good sir, what should we do, we have no money to buy a G7, we barely earn enough money to provide insulin for my 11 year old son, for the G7, it's just a matter of looking and greedy, it will be a great joy for my child to get G7 😩
It's time for chinese firms to produce this kind of device on a low cost basis; otherwise it will never be used in poor countries despite huge markets and demands and the future upgrades and developments will also remain too slow...
@@dwightl5863 No problem, don't worry, the overpriced devices will continue to have their customers too. Imagine a world with Apple smartphones only for few people....
Any idea if they used different glue? I am having a HELL of a time with allergic reactions to the G6, so much so that I have almost given up. Waiting on some underlay patches to come in the mail
@@grams5025 I put Skin-Tac on the adhesive of my G6 and let that dry before inserting the sensor. The Skin-Tac helps my sensor stay on but it also provides a barrier between the sensor adhesive and my skin so that I don't get itchy from the sensor
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I'm so excited it's already out, and it's so cool all its options.Thank you very much
hello shum sen i mir po qka te bejm ne qe nuk kemi pare per me ble G7 ne me paret qi i fitojm mezi qe e sigurojm insuline per qiken tim 11 vjqe per ne G7 esht vetem me shiku e me lakmu do te isht gzim i madh qe femiu ime te get ni G7 😩
hello, good sir, what should we do, we have no money to buy a G7, we barely earn enough money to provide insulin for my 11 year old son, for the G7, it's just a matter of looking and greedy, it will be a great joy for my child to get G7 😩
@@gymnasticstoysdolls6896 I am sorry to hear that. I believe the technology will become more affordable overtime. I am doing all I can on my end to raise awareness about the importance of the technology. Obviously, this is a tough one. I am wishing you and you’re family all the best.
Would you try the Eversense CGM (Implant) for 6 months?
I work for the company that makes the springs that go into these. Had to look it up. I make about 70k of these springs a day but didn't really understand how it worked. Pretty cool! Proud to be a part of it.
Thanks for making them. I'm a diabetic and just got mine today. I thought it was just a sticker here and actually pushed needles in your arm my question is does it hurt when it goes in?
@@elisa737m4 I have no idea. Only make the springs. I'm not a diabetic. I'm sure someone on this video knows.
Well thank you from us diabetics ❤️
Thank you for the good information. I've had type one diabetes for 52 years and have been in very good health. For the past 30+ years I've been checking my glucose levels 7x a day.
The Dexcom 7 will be my first CGM based on your information.
I'm grateful for your information.
Newly diagnosed type 2 diabetic. Very valuable information here for a beginner.
As someone who was able to go through trials to get the sensors to market, I am super excited to have the chance to finally use them.
Wow! The difference in size is amazing. And the grace period will be great. Thanks for the video, I hope Australia gets the G7 soon!
hello shum sen i mir po qka te bejm ne qe nuk kemi pare per me ble G7 ne me paret qi i fitojm mezi qe e sigurojm insuline per qiken tim 11 vjqe per ne G7 esht vetem me shiku e me lakmu do te isht gzim i madh qe femiu ime te get ni G7 😩
Thank you for watching! Fingers crossed for Australia!
I live in the USA and I’ve never used the Dexcom sensors before. I just ordered Dexcom7 and had no issue!
Love your videos I’ve learned a lot from you so thank you!
I just got mine today I'm so excited I hope it hooks up with my cheap phone though. My other question is does it hurt when you stick it in your arm?
I called Dexcom about using the abdomen because i have trouble with my hands. They say they have not done enough testing on abdomen application, but if your doctor says it’s okay then you can apply to abdomen. So that’s what I did and it seems like it’s working great. So far I like it! I like the enormous savings in plastic. It seems more accurate than the G6.
I’m using it in my abdomen because I’m having issues with them coming off easily when I apply them on my harms.
This is one reason why I switched from Libre to Dexcom. I continuously knocked the Libre off my arm and switched to Dexcom because I could use my abdomen. It’s good to know I can use the G7 on my abdomen.
Great video as usual! Thank you for taking the time to give us all this info.
Great videos. I will be referring back to them as I transition from G 6 to 7
The sensor applicator for G& has a push button so it doesn't have to be pushed hard on the skin unlike the Libre 2, does that make a great difference with pain levels, it looks as if it does.
Thanks for your clear and well presented reviews, yours is the best site!
You’re most welcome! Thank you for watching!
One thing I'd like them to change (Dexcom and°or Frestyle) is the damn alarm tones ! They should have a different one for LOW BG and HIGH BG !
It’s annoying that for those of us that have used G6 and always inserted it on the abdomen that now they don’t even mention insertion on the abdomen. I don’t like to have a medical device visible on my body. I would not have switched to G7 if I knew it had to be exposed on my arm.
Thanks for the video Tom! Unfortunately Dexcom is very unfair to the Android users. Whenever I get a new Android update, or when I switch my phones (from Pixel 5 to 6 and then to 7 pro), the Dexcom app doesn't work and says that it's not tested with that version. It's like we are forced to choose apple products. On the other hand, Freestyle libre always worked fine with all the phones and updates that I had. I hope Dexcom fix these issues.
Thank you for sharing. Important piece of information for me to consider for the upcoming review.
I can't agree more. I'm also an Android user.
I think it’s been explained before that it’s easier to make an app for Apple, because that’s one device, vs android because there’s so many different types of androids
@@alliemay6076 I agree that it's difficult especially because the FDA demands testing it with each versions of android. However these are all typical challenges in a work. I simply feel that they have less manpower handling these issues. This was the feeling that I always got when I raised this issue to Dexcom.
it is not the problem caused by Dexcom. Every time there is a new phone, Dexcom has to recreate its apps to work with a new phone version, update them, test them and get an approval. All these take time. It happens with new Apple products too.
I have a paradigm Medtronic pump and a libre 2 sensor - they don’t talk to each other but after 37 years of not managing my diabetes and being high and low - I loooove it - it’s antiquated this pump but it’s still better for my - my hb1ac is now 6.3 a little too low now so I’m working with a de to work out my insulin sensitivity etc and dialling back the pump basal etc - best thing to date is I eat and then I bolus whereas before I just stopped eating so I wouldn’t have to inject - absolutely life changing and probably life saving too!!!
Isn’t the Paradigm out of warranty by now?
Thank you so much for your help on stuff new and old may God bless you for all you do!!! ❤
I want to say thanks, I am a newly diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. Your videos have really helped me with understanding of how most of this stuff works. My doctor gave me a trial for the Freestyle Libre3 which I really love but my insurance does not cover it and I cant afford the out of pocket costs for it. However my insurance does cover Dexcom! As long as I can get one of these CGN'S, then Ill be one happy camper!!!! Anyways, thanks for making videos like these and you have definitely earned my LIKE AND SUB!!!!!!!
I too was recently diagnosed with T1D, when going to the hospital after experiencing DKA, two weeks ago. My doctor set me up with the G7 CGM, and it's a real game changer. Before then, I was using a glucometer for like a week, pricking my fingers and checking my glucose before and after meals constantly to avoid highs. Hope it goes well for you too!
@@FCTRYDFLT I was also in DKA. I thought I had the flu, but after the 6th day of going threw literal hell, I checked myself in the hospital, I had no energy I barely made it there. But I’m glad I went because it saved my life, my blood sugar was like 565 for 3 months straight and my Ac1 was 16 I think, I’m very lucky to be here and didn’t experience any heart attacks. I’m glad you made it out of DKA, I don’t wish upon nobody.
I really wish we could get this in the US now. Can't wait.
Still much bigger than Libre3. Would be good to see the reading difference between these two. Also wondering when Tandem will catch up with an update.
I called tandem and at least here in the USA they’re still working on the software updates needed for the pumps and they’re working with Dexcom for when they release to the USA
Libre3 has the lowest MARD of any CGM on the market at 7.5 I think. Abbott is working with OmniPod to get approval for the two to work together.
Libre3 has the lowest MARD at 7.9 . The most accurate CGM currently on the market.
Just got mine a week ago and I love it
Fantastic video, thank you! I really wanted to get the Libre 3 given that it’s so small, but it’s not available in New Zealand 😞 The G6 was the alternative, but it’s huge! So glad that we can now get the G7 here!! It’s in the mail 👌
Is G7 free
I'm in New Zealand too and wanting to get Libre 3, Dexcom is out of the question because of price. Sad it isn't in NZ yet but hopefully it's on the way!
@@gracehenry2292 In New Zealand Cgms aren't funded unfortunately but they are working on it
Dexcom G7 is available to purchase on subscription at £140 per month in the U.K. £20 cheaper than DG6 per month. I still would love to try Freestyle Libre 3 as it is so tiny to wear on the arm and I don’t require closed looping with a pump as I am happy to inject long acting once daily while keeping to a low carb diet.
Can it be for kids age 11
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@lucieni is the Dexcom device not covered by the NHS?
Very informative. Thank you very much, Tony Carver.
Thank you ? I can't wait to put my hands on this new g7
Thank you so much! I can't wait until I can get this in California!
You’re most welcome!
I tried the G7 after using Libre 1 and then Libre 2 CGM's. The G7 are supposed to last for 10 days but after going through a three-month supply in less than 2 months they lasted on average 6 days for me before sensor failure. I loved the continuous readings to my phone and watch but I had a couple fail after one day of use! I'm back with the Libre 2 as the Libre 3 isn't available here in NZ yet but have found it to be reliable and lasts the full 14 days. It's a shame as I loved the features of the G7. I contacted my supplier about the failures but they aren't interested at all.
I think I read that the FDA will soon allow this in the US. I wish they would hurry. But on another note, the insurance companies are dropping the coverage for the DexcomG6! When the G7 is released will the insurance companies cover it?
It’s coming to the USA. today the FDA approved of it!
Hope we can get it free from my Medicare like my G6. I am anxious waiting for G7. Love the idea about the short warmup time.
Medicare covers Dexcom G7, usually a 3 month supply at a time. One waterproof “over patch” comes with each sensor. They can be sticky and tricky to get on. Customer service said they are working on supplying JUST extra over patches as many have called needing extras rather than opening a whole new meter box just to get another patch out. Other than that it works great.
Thank you for the great demonstration and information. I hope it's available in the U.S and my insurance covers it.
I wonder what the warm up time will be like with connecting to the Tandem pump. :-) I won't know for another 2 years. (Canada) lol thanks for the informative vid. 🙂
Thanks Tom, well done! The one app feature I'd really like is a voice announcement feature at a user-chosen interval of blood glucose level and direction. For example, every five minutes I hear: " 95 Flat" or "210 Falling Fast". I exercise regularly and would really like to hear my blood sugar without any manual intervention on my part. It seems to be a straightforward feature in the app and I don't understand why it's not available. I saw somewhere that iPhone users may be able to ask Siri and this is still too much work.
It would bvb e a great feature for any CGM for tracking BG while driving.
You can have this if you have an iphone and airpods/ headset you can have spoken notifications. works really well with dexcom
Yes you can ask Siri on your iPhone. I did this for my wife as a shortcut, and all she needs to do now is ask “her Siri what’s my glucose level” and it gives her the numbers.
I've thought about this often, and agree. Though I would do it a bit differently. Instead of every five minute, announce when I pass established levels, like every 20 mg/dl -- for example, "180 rising" or "120 falling". Many fewer interruptions but still alerts me when it's important.
I've always used my Dexcom G6 on my abdomen and it is accurate.
Sounds like a good device. I am currently using the ancient, Libre 1. I have had 2 of them come off my arm banging into doorways and clothing catching on it. I noticed that you pressed on the outer edge and the center of your G7. I will try that with the next sensor. Thanks for the info.
You’re most welcome my friend! Good luck!
I caught my last g7 on a screen door jam and ripped the needle out. I just bought some new overpatches that actually cover the top of the sensor so hopefully that doesn't happen again.
One thing about the new G7 is that it is not yet compatible the new wireless omnipod 5 so make sure if you have pumps that communicate with g6 that they are also compatible with the g7. That will save you some headaches for sure. Wish I had known that before I got the g7. Plsase warn folks about this.
Just run it in manual mode till it is supported. He also does tell you that if you watch the whole video 9:50
@@leri3365 No sense in getting the G7 if it doesn't have the same compatibility capabilities as the g6 right? Maybe this fall all will be better but not now. I suggest keeping what you have until all glitches are worked out.
The main question is if you can actually use it with a pump (tslim) along with receiver. We don’t use the receiver because we got told by tslim rep. said that it messes up a lot. So we just use a phone and pump.
I have the G6 on order now, I'm in the USA and who knows when they will get the G7 here. Diabetes isn't a real priority in the USA it seems. I've been using and hating the medtronic sensors for 4 years and I'm just fed up with the calibrating and especially the failed to calibrate replace sensor BS. Thanks for all your great videos I've been watching and loving your videos for a long time, don't think I've missed any for the last year.
Thank you for sharing and your kind words my friend!
В СНГ ещё хуже дела обстоят.
Можно купить только Libre 1, 2.
Dexcom G5 и G6 вообще нет
Thanks for the review. I have been using Libre and because the sensor fibre is very short and strictly needs to be 90 degrees angle, I have constantly had sensor failure or the sensor would literally pop out of my arm under intense exercise. I understand that the fibre for G7 is also very short and needs to be applied at 90 degrees too, does it cause the same issues like Libre?
The confusion about the abdomen application might be because in Europe they are allowed to use it on the abdomen for some reason, so probably the hardware documentation includes abdomen application.
Have enjoyed watching blogs as very informative. Have you or would you do one on the dexcom one plus?? As my partner will be receiving one 🤞
I’m actually working on this. Should be out in the coming months.
👍 Thx for the thorough review.
I have 2 months supply of G6 to use and although I’d like to try G7 my interest lies with Freestyle Libre 3 when it finally becomes available to purchase in the U.K.
Can't wait until this is available in the US!
When will it be on USA?
Also does it comunicate with Omnipod-5?
I have the same question
This was very easy to set up and seems accurate but I hate not being able to walk away from my phone without the alarm going off and I’ve only used two and they’ve both come off days early . The company is sending me another and if it’s ok I’m going to try my stomach. The adhesive they have on it needs to be stickier. The price is $150 per sensor and my insurance pays $100 so that’s $150 out of pocket. Is there any help out there for that? Otherwise I love it, it’s very helpful in tracking the things that affect your blood sugar and knowing where your sugar is!
I love your Tshirt, we should all have access to insulin and to the tools needed to manage diabetes
What is the inserted filament on the G7 like? Short, long, stiff, flexible etc. Had issues with the libre short stiff filaments.
GREAT VIDEO Tom!! Thank you for making it. 😃👍
Thank you!
Tom. Very helpful!!! My question: does the alarm part of the app work the same on Android as it does on Apple? I found to my extreme frustration that it does not compare for the freestyle libre 2. I voiced a lot of frustration to Abbott especially after customer service insisted they were the same and after I got an email from diabetic care telling me all the great features. Those features were not there. On Android, no Dismiss button. Plus on Android the alarm is either off or on. No quiet sound and no vibrate. Just loud warnings!!!
I recently switched from G6 to G7 and noticed three issues
1. It disconnects quite frequently though it is in range of 20 ft , never disconnected even if I am away 30ft in G6
2. The values are going up and down in saw tooth pattern rather it used to be smooth before
3. Does it store all samples and transmits when connected after few minutes as we used to wait 15 minutes every time it disconnects
4. Overall I see G6 values are pretty closer to fingersticking than G7 any comments
When you say that the lag time between interstitial fluids and blood glucose is now only 3.5 minutes, was that a claim that Dexcom was making? Or was that from personal observation? It sounds a little too good to be true, but that alone would make it the deciding factor for me.
I'm doing mine today
I love my G7
What's the glucose readings interval time? Is it 1 minute as the freestyle libre 3?
How about a comparison against the FSL3 next? Thanks for keeping us updated with all the new technologies.
All this information will follow in the review & comparison video. Thank you for your questions!
why do you need every 1 minute readings? 🤔
@@whitelilycalla part of what makes Libre3 the most accurate on the market. Also for some of us the fast indicator of trend allows for better control. No more overshoots on low correction due to panic eating for instance. I can see quickly that the drop is correcting. No more long 10 to 15 minute waits.
G6 is every 5 minutes
Thank you! Does Dexcom G7 support sharing data with some custom applications(not Dexcom Follow)?
G6 is 2 hours wait for connection of sensor and receiver
What is time for G7
30 mins
Hi Justine, Thank you for the video.
I will start my Dexcom G7 sensors in a week. Do you know if there is any advantage in getting the Dexcom receiver? Is the receiver just for folks who don't have a smart device? Thanks.
You can't warm up the sensor prior to use, it must be inserted beforehand and it does take minimum 28 minutes to warm up before showing your reading.
I got one two days ago. It was wildly inaccurate. My wifevheard the urgent low alarm and panicked that i would die in the middle of the night from hypoglycemia. I was in the middle of a 3 day fast and while dexcom had my glucose below 55 (us) One Touch had it mid 70s. I assumed it was correct. Ecen though it said "danger Will Robinson " i had no sweating, no uncontrollable jitters, no flushing, no mental confusion. But the alarms kept me up alot during the night despite my best efforts to mute or reduce volume.
I use the dexcom g6 in the US and I have so many problems with it on the abdomen area. If you do a lot of bending over and exercise it stops reading or falls off. I just decided to put it on my arm and it works so much better. I wouldn't put it on the abdomen if I was you.
Sounds like the G7 has some improvements over the G6 which I currently use. Unfortunately, I live in the U. S. and it will probably be 6 months to more than a year before the G7 is available here. I look forward to seeing more information on the G7. I guess I am weird because I don’t mind the 10 life span of the G6, I guess because I really didn’t like the Libre (earlier version than the latest one) because it didn’t wake me up when my glucose fell low during the night and my G6 does a good job of waking me up.
Thank you for sharing. Greetings to the US!
FDA approved of the g7 today I think. It was today or yesterday; either way we are getting the G7 “ early 2023 “ !!
Thanks for the info.
please talk about bodybuilders taking insulin and 1. how it is dangerous for them and 2. how it is unethical not just for the competition but in regard to all diabetics who cannot make their own and must rely on injections to live. Thank you.
Also about random people buying and wearing CGMS?!?!
Is this package for 10 days supply?
Got a question for you? Can I use my Apple Watch to get my readings rather than the reader? I see you are using your watch which is terrific!
Why can’t I get Dexcom App to work on my iPhone 14?
It looks like a lot of good changes but restarting the sensor is something I really like so I'll stay on the G6 for as long as I can.
I also would restart my sensors but then I just ran into the problem where my transmitter hit it's 90 days anyways so I would have extra sensors I couldn't use and my med supply/insurance would only send me the transmitter with 9 sensors at a time as a made up bundle and not just a transmitter. If I end up with a spare/extra transmitter from my endo then I for sure do it but don't know how much of a loss it would be in my case. I'm just super happy the G7 is almost here (in the US and loop) Bolus from my phone was already a big win for me and now this snuck up on me since I was sick of watching out for the G7 so I haven't checked in on it for awhile and then just randomly saw this vid.
@@chio987 My insurance lets me pick up my supplies from the local Walgreens in 90 day supply increments do I get 9 sensors at a time and 1 transmitter. I restart the sensor 2 times so 9 sensors last 9 months and a transmitter usually lasts about 100+ days. So by extending my sensors my copay costs me $40/ month instead of $73 / month when averaged out.
The only complication is I have to calibrate several times on day 1 of a restart. For me a restarted sensor always starts out reading high after the warmup period. After day one the sensor reads well the rest of the 9 days.
I can't wait till I can get this sadly I have no insurance and currently not working so I am unable to get it for a while I have the g6 and love it but I love the size of the g6
I wonder if I can get it. I just got the G6 6 months ago so I bet insurance isn’t going to let me upgrade 😢
For me when Dexcom switched from G5 to G6 it was a seamless transition. I'm in the US.
With a CGMS, the change to the newer model does not cost the insurance company anything extra. You stop buying the old CGMS, and start buying the new CGMS. Unlike with a pump, where you pay the whole cost up front. CGMS sensors are 1-2 weeks and then have to be replaced. At roughly the same cost. Changing CGMS is like going from Humalog to Novolog to Apidra insulin. Assuming your insurance company approves all three, it would not care which you use or if you switch from one to the other every month. That is how a CGMS should work too.
Hi, a new type 2. I received the G6, but I like the look of the G7. Should I send it back and get the G7? I’m in the USA.
WOW TOM this is a game changer. I'm a dedicated G6 user and my Endo just gave me the green light for the Omnipod. I'm so so keen to find out when the integration for Omnipod is available. Do you have any insight on this? I'm based in US.
If you have a phone like mine that runs down pretty quickly even though it’s a fairly new phone you don’t want to rely on phone for continuous reading in case it goes dead
It is stated in this demonstration that the overpatch is optional. The instructions seem to indicate the overpatch is mandatory.
What is true?
I just started the tandem tslim I’ve been using g6 for years how do I switch to the new g7
Just found u luv ur videos but I would like to know about the continuous glucose monitor watch?? Dexcom?
Thanks a lot for the video ❤ is it still possible to calibrate as it was with previously dexcom G6 ?
Yes. It's possible!
If you can get the reciever anyways and incase something happens with your phone.
You can have a seamless sensor switch even on libre 3. Just activate a second sensor with the same account (second phone for the activation is need). Furthermore you can activate Libre3 one day after injection, which means better values.
It’s time that Medicaid covers it because here in the US it’s still not covered by them. Only the G6.
In the UK. We still can't get Libre3 either prescription or self funded. #Crazy!
Seriously frustrating
When the CEO says get on the g6 now to get the g7 faster, may be due to the fact that inventory of the g6 may need to be gone before the g7 is available. But, what do I know =P
I'll be getting one next month. So my question is if Android isn't compatible is the receiver able to go with you when you're out and about?
Looks good, I just wish they could have had the price at about £100 PM similar to the freestyle libre 2. £140 per month if self funding as I have to.
Looks nice, how does it compare in size to the freestyle libre 2?
does it have a watchfaces for android wear os and apple watch like the g6?
You said you can start a new sensor with the old one still in place and when the warm-up period is over, you can SWITCH. I'm not sure what that means. Is that the point you enter the sensor number or does it mean that you take the old one off???? Thanks for your help.
When will it be available in Canada? Have been using Dexcom 6 for years. I have a subscription with Dexcom6 Canada, will I be able to continue?
The G6 was supposed to be on abdomen! G7 is much better on the arm. Overpatch should be on so you don’t bump it(loose). 15 min and no calibration is the best feature. A lot more expensive, even with insurance! Features are much better with the G7. Averages glucose level over 3-7-14-21 days.
Hi. Great movie. Do you know if dexcom g7 is works with omnipod dash? I know is not compatibility with omnipod5... but how is with dash?
The G6 communicates with the Omnipod 5. Does the G7 integrate with the omnipod 5?
Not yet.
When will the dexcom g7 come to new York City
Are there instructions for use on elderly arms where you can’t reach the back and your skin is tender? My threshold for pain has become incredibly sensitive.
I have been waiting for the G7 for a couple of years I found out this month that my insurance will cover the sensors but it won’t cover the receiver I don’t have a smart phone or anything like that so I need the receiver and I was also told my old receiver won’t work with the G7 it only works with the G6 I don’t know why they couldn’t make the G6 receiver work with the G7 but apparently my insurance will only cover their receiver every five years and I was only able to get the G6 about three years ago which means I would have to wait two more years wondering if you have any suggestions or a way to try and get a receiver for a good price
I just started wearing the G7 . what is the best waterproof patch to keep it on? I do a lot of pool therapy.
Why is it that all the videos show the back of the g7 but they never show the side that touches the skin?!🤨🤔 how long is the needle
hello, good sir, what should we do, we have no money to buy a G7, we barely earn enough money to provide insulin for my 11 year old son, for the G7, it's just a matter of looking and greedy, it will be a great joy for my child to get G7 😩
Sorry to hear about your situation with your son, where abouts do you live sir?
I live in a village near Pristina, Kosovo
Hi m Carol from SA please can i ask is it only for type1?
I didn’t see a G7 app on my iPhone so do you know if the the same app will work with the current Dexcom app?
It's time for chinese firms to produce this kind of device on a low cost basis; otherwise it will never be used in poor countries despite huge markets and demands and the future upgrades and developments will also remain too slow...
I'm not sure I would like a Chinese "copy" of this device.
@@dwightl5863 No problem, don't worry, the overpriced devices will continue to have their customers too. Imagine a world with Apple smartphones only for few people....
Hope so,I live in China
I feel like they could make even better versions of like the Omnipod 5
There is a Libre Copy in China，but the price is almost the same as Libre or even more expensive
Any idea if they used different glue? I am having a HELL of a time with allergic reactions to the G6, so much so that I have almost given up. Waiting on some underlay patches to come in the mail
Agreed! Getting Tagaderm approved & paod for is a negative
@@grams5025 I put Skin-Tac on the adhesive of my G6 and let that dry before inserting the sensor. The Skin-Tac helps my sensor stay on but it also provides a barrier between the sensor adhesive and my skin so that I don't get itchy from the sensor
Is there any difference in the length of the canule that goes into the skin, compared to the G6?
I measured the Freestyle Libre 3 canule to be 5.5 mm in length.
is this one time use or we can reuse the transmitter part
really i only got the g6 last month
the g7 looks amazing though