Guest guest Posted July 24, 2005 Report Share Posted July 24, 2005 I thank you Dean for this message. I tell you right now. Whenever a noninvasive blood glucose monitor becomes available I am buying one! The worse part of diabetes management is the finger prick. Possible Noninvasive meter > Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood glucose > meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it worked until > now. It would stil be a few years away if it is approved. > > Dean > > > NewsTarget.com printable article > Friday, July 22, 2005 > Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood glucose > meter > A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. could mean the end of > skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in diabetics. > The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, uses tiny lasers that > resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's device > has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in the > process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn more on this > topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, high-fructose corn > syrup and type II diabetes. > > > Overview: > > > > a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a person > with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. > b.. " If anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive way > to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to their > door. " > c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv University > in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and advanced software > algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient and accurate as pin-prick > tests. > d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a frequency > that resonates with blood glucose. > e.. When the laser comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates > sound waves emanating from the molecule. > f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound sensor detects those sound waves and a > computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. > g.. While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read glucose > levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches the > same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. > h.. Goldberger points out that since that paper was published, his > researchers have made big strides in improving the device's efficacy even > further, although he won't release specific numbers. > i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, > Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for implantable or > skin-puncture medical devices. > j.. If Glucon succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could > revolutionize diabetes management for both the individual patient and the > health-care industry. > k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a regular > basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that can > lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. > l.. Health insurance companies would be willing to pay a premium for such > a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and long-term > health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. > > Source: > http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.asp > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > > All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is protected > under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility for all > content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money from > the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented for > educational and commentary purposes only and should not be construed as > professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not intended as > a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified > professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the use or > misuse of this material. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 I have learned to tolerate the finger prick, it's the dagone inconvenience of blood and the mess and the potential for errors that I am looking forward to being done with. Dave Possible Noninvasive meter > Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood glucose > meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it worked until > now. It would stil be a few years away if it is approved. > > Dean > > > NewsTarget.com printable article > Friday, July 22, 2005 > Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood glucose > meter > A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. could mean the end of > skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in diabetics. > The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, uses tiny lasers that > resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's device > has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in the > process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn more on this > topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, high-fructose corn > syrup and type II diabetes. > > > Overview: > > > > a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a person > with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. > b.. " If anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive way > to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to their > door. " > c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv University > in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and advanced software > algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient and accurate as pin-prick > tests. > d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a frequency > that resonates with blood glucose. > e.. When the laser comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates > sound waves emanating from the molecule. > f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound sensor detects those sound waves and a > computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. > g.. While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read glucose > levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches the > same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. > h.. Goldberger points out that since that paper was published, his > researchers have made big strides in improving the device's efficacy even > further, although he won't release specific numbers. > i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, > Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for implantable or > skin-puncture medical devices. > j.. If Glucon succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could > revolutionize diabetes management for both the individual patient and the > health-care industry. > k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a regular > basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that can > lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. > l.. Health insurance companies would be willing to pay a premium for such > a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and long-term > health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. > > Source: > http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.asp > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > > All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is protected > under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility for all > content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money from > the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented for > educational and commentary purposes only and should not be construed as > professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not intended as > a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified > professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the use or > misuse of this material. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 I have learned to tolerate the finger prick, it's the dagone inconvenience of blood and the mess and the potential for errors that I am looking forward to being done with. Dave Possible Noninvasive meter > Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood glucose > meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it worked until > now. It would stil be a few years away if it is approved. > > Dean > > > NewsTarget.com printable article > Friday, July 22, 2005 > Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood glucose > meter > A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. could mean the end of > skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in diabetics. > The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, uses tiny lasers that > resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's device > has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in the > process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn more on this > topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, high-fructose corn > syrup and type II diabetes. > > > Overview: > > > > a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a person > with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. > b.. " If anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive way > to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to their > door. " > c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv University > in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and advanced software > algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient and accurate as pin-prick > tests. > d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a frequency > that resonates with blood glucose. > e.. When the laser comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates > sound waves emanating from the molecule. > f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound sensor detects those sound waves and a > computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. > g.. While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read glucose > levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches the > same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. > h.. Goldberger points out that since that paper was published, his > researchers have made big strides in improving the device's efficacy even > further, although he won't release specific numbers. > i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, > Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for implantable or > skin-puncture medical devices. > j.. If Glucon succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could > revolutionize diabetes management for both the individual patient and the > health-care industry. > k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a regular > basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that can > lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. > l.. Health insurance companies would be willing to pay a premium for such > a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and long-term > health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. > > Source: > http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.asp > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > > All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is protected > under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility for all > content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money from > the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented for > educational and commentary purposes only and should not be construed as > professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not intended as > a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified > professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the use or > misuse of this material. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 I ain't buyin' one till it talks! Mike Possible Noninvasive meter > Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood glucose > meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it worked until > now. It would stil be a few years away if it is approved. > > Dean > > > NewsTarget.com printable article > Friday, July 22, 2005 > Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood glucose > meter > A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. could mean the end of > skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in diabetics. > The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, uses tiny lasers that > resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's device > has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in the > process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn more on this > topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, high-fructose corn > syrup and type II diabetes. > > > Overview: > > > > a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a person > with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. > b.. " If anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive way > to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to their > door. " > c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv University > in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and advanced software > algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient and accurate as pin-prick > tests. > d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a frequency > that resonates with blood glucose. > e.. When the laser comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates > sound waves emanating from the molecule. > f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound sensor detects those sound waves and a > computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. > g.. While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read glucose > levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches the > same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. > h.. Goldberger points out that since that paper was published, his > researchers have made big strides in improving the device's efficacy even > further, although he won't release specific numbers. > i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, > Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for implantable or > skin-puncture medical devices. > j.. If Glucon succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could > revolutionize diabetes management for both the individual patient and the > health-care industry. > k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a regular > basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that can > lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. > l.. Health insurance companies would be willing to pay a premium for such > a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and long-term > health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. > > Source: > http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.asp > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > > All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is protected > under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility for all > content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money from > the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented for > educational and commentary purposes only and should not be construed as > professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not intended as > a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified > professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the use or > misuse of this material. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 I ain't buyin' one till it talks! Mike Possible Noninvasive meter > Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood glucose > meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it worked until > now. It would stil be a few years away if it is approved. > > Dean > > > NewsTarget.com printable article > Friday, July 22, 2005 > Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood glucose > meter > A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. could mean the end of > skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in diabetics. > The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, uses tiny lasers that > resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's device > has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in the > process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn more on this > topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, high-fructose corn > syrup and type II diabetes. > > > Overview: > > > > a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a person > with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. > b.. " If anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive way > to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to their > door. " > c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv University > in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and advanced software > algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient and accurate as pin-prick > tests. > d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a frequency > that resonates with blood glucose. > e.. When the laser comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates > sound waves emanating from the molecule. > f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound sensor detects those sound waves and a > computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. > g.. While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read glucose > levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches the > same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. > h.. Goldberger points out that since that paper was published, his > researchers have made big strides in improving the device's efficacy even > further, although he won't release specific numbers. > i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, > Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for implantable or > skin-puncture medical devices. > j.. If Glucon succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could > revolutionize diabetes management for both the individual patient and the > health-care industry. > k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a regular > basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that can > lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. > l.. Health insurance companies would be willing to pay a premium for such > a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and long-term > health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. > > Source: > http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.asp > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > > All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is protected > under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility for all > content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money from > the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented for > educational and commentary purposes only and should not be construed as > professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not intended as > a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified > professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the use or > misuse of this material. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 like some of the others I don't mind the finger sticks, it is the trhying to find the spot on the strip and making sure I get a good reading that makes me want a non-invasive meter. WE need to find an e-mail address for this company and flood them with messages to get them to put atalking chip in the thing. Dean Possible Noninvasive meter > > > > Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood glucose > > meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it worked until > > now. It would stil be a few years away if it is approved. > > > > Dean > > > > > > NewsTarget.com printable article > > Friday, July 22, 2005 > > Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood glucose > > meter > > A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. could mean the end of > > skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in diabetics. > > The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, uses tiny lasers that > > resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's device > > has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in the > > process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn more on this > > topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, high-fructose corn > > syrup and type II diabetes. > > > > > > Overview: > > > > > > > > a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a person > > with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. > > b.. " If anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive way > > to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to their > > door. " > > c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv University > > in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and advanced software > > algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient and accurate as pin-prick > > tests. > > d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a frequency > > that resonates with blood glucose. > > e.. When the laser comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates > > sound waves emanating from the molecule. > > f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound sensor detects those sound waves and a > > computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. > > g.. While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read glucose > > levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches the > > same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. > > h.. Goldberger points out that since that paper was published, his > > researchers have made big strides in improving the device's efficacy even > > further, although he won't release specific numbers. > > i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, > > Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for implantable or > > skin-puncture medical devices. > > j.. If Glucon succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could > > revolutionize diabetes management for both the individual patient and the > > health-care industry. > > k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a regular > > basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that can > > lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. > > l.. Health insurance companies would be willing to pay a premium for such > > a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and long-term > > health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. > > > > Source: > > http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.asp > > > > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------ > > > > All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is protected > > under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility for all > > content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money from > > the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented for > > educational and commentary purposes only and should not be construed as > > professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not intended as > > a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified > > professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the use or > > misuse of this material. > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 Agreed. The company should be made aware of the need. However, I confess to being somewhat reluctant to put a full-court-press effort into this until we hear more about the possible launch date for commercial sales of the device as, frankly, almost all announcements of noninvasive meters to date have been nine-tenths hype and one-tenth reality or, worse, vehicles to part investors from their hard-earned dollars! Mike > like some of the others I don't mind the finger sticks, it is the trhying to > find the spot on the strip and making sure I get a good reading that makes > me want a non-invasive meter. WE need to find an e-mail address for this > company and flood them with messages to get them to put atalking chip in the > thing. > > Dean > > Possible Noninvasive meter >> >> >>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood glucose >>> meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it worked until >>> now. It would stil be a few years away if it is approved. >>> >>> Dean >>> >>> >>> NewsTarget.com printable article >>> Friday, July 22, 2005 >>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood glucose >>> meter >>> A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. could mean the end > of >>> skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in diabetics. >>> The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, uses tiny lasers > that >>> resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's > device >>> has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in the >>> process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn more on > this >>> topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, high-fructose > corn >>> syrup and type II diabetes. >>> >>> >>> Overview: >>> >>> >>> >>> a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a person >>> with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. >>> b.. " If anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive > way >>> to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to > their >>> door. " >>> c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv University >>> in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and advanced software >>> algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient and accurate as > pin-prick >>> tests. >>> d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a frequency >>> that resonates with blood glucose. >>> e.. When the laser comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates >>> sound waves emanating from the molecule. >>> f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound sensor detects those sound waves and > a >>> computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. >>> g.. While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read > glucose >>> levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches the >>> same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. >>> h.. Goldberger points out that since that paper was published, his >>> researchers have made big strides in improving the device's efficacy > even >>> further, although he won't release specific numbers. >>> i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, >>> Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for implantable or >>> skin-puncture medical devices. >>> j.. If Glucon succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could >>> revolutionize diabetes management for both the individual patient and > the >>> health-care industry. >>> k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a > regular >>> basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that can >>> lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. >>> l.. Health insurance companies would be willing to pay a premium for > such >>> a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and > long-term >>> health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. >>> >>> Source: >>> http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.asp >>> >>> >> >> -------------------------------------------------------------------------- > ------ >>> >>> All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is > protected >>> under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility for > all >>> content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money from >>> the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented for >>> educational and commentary purposes only and should not be construed as >>> professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not intended > as >>> a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified >>> professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the use or >>> misuse of this material. >>> >>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 Agreed. The company should be made aware of the need. However, I confess to being somewhat reluctant to put a full-court-press effort into this until we hear more about the possible launch date for commercial sales of the device as, frankly, almost all announcements of noninvasive meters to date have been nine-tenths hype and one-tenth reality or, worse, vehicles to part investors from their hard-earned dollars! Mike > like some of the others I don't mind the finger sticks, it is the trhying to > find the spot on the strip and making sure I get a good reading that makes > me want a non-invasive meter. WE need to find an e-mail address for this > company and flood them with messages to get them to put atalking chip in the > thing. > > Dean > > Possible Noninvasive meter >> >> >>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood glucose >>> meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it worked until >>> now. It would stil be a few years away if it is approved. >>> >>> Dean >>> >>> >>> NewsTarget.com printable article >>> Friday, July 22, 2005 >>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood glucose >>> meter >>> A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. could mean the end > of >>> skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in diabetics. >>> The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, uses tiny lasers > that >>> resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's > device >>> has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in the >>> process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn more on > this >>> topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, high-fructose > corn >>> syrup and type II diabetes. >>> >>> >>> Overview: >>> >>> >>> >>> a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a person >>> with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. >>> b.. " If anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive > way >>> to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to > their >>> door. " >>> c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv University >>> in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and advanced software >>> algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient and accurate as > pin-prick >>> tests. >>> d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a frequency >>> that resonates with blood glucose. >>> e.. When the laser comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates >>> sound waves emanating from the molecule. >>> f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound sensor detects those sound waves and > a >>> computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. >>> g.. While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read > glucose >>> levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches the >>> same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. >>> h.. Goldberger points out that since that paper was published, his >>> researchers have made big strides in improving the device's efficacy > even >>> further, although he won't release specific numbers. >>> i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, >>> Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for implantable or >>> skin-puncture medical devices. >>> j.. If Glucon succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could >>> revolutionize diabetes management for both the individual patient and > the >>> health-care industry. >>> k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a > regular >>> basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that can >>> lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. >>> l.. Health insurance companies would be willing to pay a premium for > such >>> a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and > long-term >>> health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. >>> >>> Source: >>> http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.asp >>> >>> >> >> -------------------------------------------------------------------------- > ------ >>> >>> All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is > protected >>> under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility for > all >>> content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money from >>> the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented for >>> educational and commentary purposes only and should not be construed as >>> professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not intended > as >>> a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified >>> professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the use or >>> misuse of this material. >>> >>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 Agreed. The company should be made aware of the need. However, I confess to being somewhat reluctant to put a full-court-press effort into this until we hear more about the possible launch date for commercial sales of the device as, frankly, almost all announcements of noninvasive meters to date have been nine-tenths hype and one-tenth reality or, worse, vehicles to part investors from their hard-earned dollars! Mike > like some of the others I don't mind the finger sticks, it is the trhying to > find the spot on the strip and making sure I get a good reading that makes > me want a non-invasive meter. WE need to find an e-mail address for this > company and flood them with messages to get them to put atalking chip in the > thing. > > Dean > > Possible Noninvasive meter >> >> >>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood glucose >>> meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it worked until >>> now. It would stil be a few years away if it is approved. >>> >>> Dean >>> >>> >>> NewsTarget.com printable article >>> Friday, July 22, 2005 >>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood glucose >>> meter >>> A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. could mean the end > of >>> skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in diabetics. >>> The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, uses tiny lasers > that >>> resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's > device >>> has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in the >>> process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn more on > this >>> topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, high-fructose > corn >>> syrup and type II diabetes. >>> >>> >>> Overview: >>> >>> >>> >>> a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a person >>> with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. >>> b.. " If anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive > way >>> to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to > their >>> door. " >>> c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv University >>> in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and advanced software >>> algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient and accurate as > pin-prick >>> tests. >>> d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a frequency >>> that resonates with blood glucose. >>> e.. When the laser comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates >>> sound waves emanating from the molecule. >>> f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound sensor detects those sound waves and > a >>> computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. >>> g.. While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read > glucose >>> levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches the >>> same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. >>> h.. Goldberger points out that since that paper was published, his >>> researchers have made big strides in improving the device's efficacy > even >>> further, although he won't release specific numbers. >>> i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, >>> Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for implantable or >>> skin-puncture medical devices. >>> j.. If Glucon succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could >>> revolutionize diabetes management for both the individual patient and > the >>> health-care industry. >>> k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a > regular >>> basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that can >>> lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. >>> l.. Health insurance companies would be willing to pay a premium for > such >>> a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and > long-term >>> health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. >>> >>> Source: >>> http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.asp >>> >>> >> >> -------------------------------------------------------------------------- > ------ >>> >>> All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is > protected >>> under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility for > all >>> content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money from >>> the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented for >>> educational and commentary purposes only and should not be construed as >>> professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not intended > as >>> a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified >>> professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the use or >>> misuse of this material. >>> >>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 Hmm, this device does seem to have some possibilities. Cast your mind back a couple of decades when either Hewlett Packard or Texas Instruments came out with a wristwatch which would monitor your vital statistics. It kept trach or your body temperature, heart rate, oxygen level and some other things of which I do not recall. Considering that it could keep track of your oxygen saturation it does not seem all that unlikely that a device could also determine the blood sugar level of your body. Folks, this really is not rocket science. It may well be inhibited by the fact that there has to be enormous profit in those wee little test strips... Come on, get real, about 70 cents for something which must cost at least a penny to manufacturer? When Ultra came out with their One Touch they sold it for something like $70 and it came with 90 test strips. What actually happened was that they gave you the meter if you would buy 90 test strips... Wal-Mart gets about 85 cents or so per strip when you buy 100 at a time. I understand that Costco gets around 65 or so cents per strip. hHang in there and bug the Dickens out of the folks who are developing this device so they know that there really is a market out there. Cy, the Ancient okie... Re: Possible Noninvasive meter Agreed. The company should be made aware of the need. However, I confess to being somewhat reluctant to put a full-court-press effort into this until we hear more about the possible launch date for commercial sales of the device as, frankly, almost all announcements of noninvasive meters to date have been nine-tenths hype and one-tenth reality or, worse, vehicles to part investors from their hard-earned dollars! Mike > like some of the others I don't mind the finger sticks, it is the > trhying to find the spot on the strip and making sure I get a good > reading that makes me want a non-invasive meter. WE need to find an > e-mail address for this company and flood them with messages to get > them to put atalking chip in the thing. > > Dean > > Possible Noninvasive meter >> >> >>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>> glucose meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it >>> worked until now. It would stil be a few years away if it is >>> approved. >>> >>> Dean >>> >>> >>> NewsTarget.com printable article >>> Friday, July 22, 2005 >>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>> glucose meter A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. >>> could mean the end > of >>> skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in >>> diabetics. The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, uses >>> tiny lasers > that >>> resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's > device >>> has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in >>> the process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn >>> more on > this >>> topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, >>> high-fructose > corn >>> syrup and type II diabetes. >>> >>> >>> Overview: >>> >>> >>> >>> a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a >>> person with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. b.. " If >>> anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive > way >>> to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to > their >>> door. " >>> c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv >>> University in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and >>> advanced software algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient >>> and accurate as > pin-prick >>> tests. >>> d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a >>> frequency that resonates with blood glucose. e.. When the laser >>> comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates sound waves >>> emanating from the molecule. f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound >>> sensor detects those sound waves and > a >>> computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. g.. >>> While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read > glucose >>> levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches >>> the same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. h.. Goldberger >>> points out that since that paper was published, his researchers have >>> made big strides in improving the device's efficacy > even >>> further, although he won't release specific numbers. >>> i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, >>> Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for >>> implantable or skin-puncture medical devices. j.. If Glucon >>> succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could revolutionize >>> diabetes management for both the individual patient and > the >>> health-care industry. >>> k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a > regular >>> basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that >>> can lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. l.. Health insurance >>> companies would be willing to pay a premium for > such >>> a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and > long-term >>> health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. >>> >>> Source: >>> http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.asp >>> >>> >> >> --------------------------------------------------------------------- >> ----- > ------ >>> >>> All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is > protected >>> under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility >>> for > all >>> content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money >>> from the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented for >>> educational and commentary purposes only and should not be construed >>> as professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not >>> intended > as >>> a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified >>> professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the use >>> or misuse of this material. >>> >>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 Hmm, this device does seem to have some possibilities. Cast your mind back a couple of decades when either Hewlett Packard or Texas Instruments came out with a wristwatch which would monitor your vital statistics. It kept trach or your body temperature, heart rate, oxygen level and some other things of which I do not recall. Considering that it could keep track of your oxygen saturation it does not seem all that unlikely that a device could also determine the blood sugar level of your body. Folks, this really is not rocket science. It may well be inhibited by the fact that there has to be enormous profit in those wee little test strips... Come on, get real, about 70 cents for something which must cost at least a penny to manufacturer? When Ultra came out with their One Touch they sold it for something like $70 and it came with 90 test strips. What actually happened was that they gave you the meter if you would buy 90 test strips... Wal-Mart gets about 85 cents or so per strip when you buy 100 at a time. I understand that Costco gets around 65 or so cents per strip. hHang in there and bug the Dickens out of the folks who are developing this device so they know that there really is a market out there. Cy, the Ancient okie... Re: Possible Noninvasive meter Agreed. The company should be made aware of the need. However, I confess to being somewhat reluctant to put a full-court-press effort into this until we hear more about the possible launch date for commercial sales of the device as, frankly, almost all announcements of noninvasive meters to date have been nine-tenths hype and one-tenth reality or, worse, vehicles to part investors from their hard-earned dollars! Mike > like some of the others I don't mind the finger sticks, it is the > trhying to find the spot on the strip and making sure I get a good > reading that makes me want a non-invasive meter. WE need to find an > e-mail address for this company and flood them with messages to get > them to put atalking chip in the thing. > > Dean > > Possible Noninvasive meter >> >> >>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>> glucose meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it >>> worked until now. It would stil be a few years away if it is >>> approved. >>> >>> Dean >>> >>> >>> NewsTarget.com printable article >>> Friday, July 22, 2005 >>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>> glucose meter A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. >>> could mean the end > of >>> skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in >>> diabetics. The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, uses >>> tiny lasers > that >>> resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's > device >>> has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in >>> the process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn >>> more on > this >>> topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, >>> high-fructose > corn >>> syrup and type II diabetes. >>> >>> >>> Overview: >>> >>> >>> >>> a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a >>> person with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. b.. " If >>> anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive > way >>> to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to > their >>> door. " >>> c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv >>> University in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and >>> advanced software algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient >>> and accurate as > pin-prick >>> tests. >>> d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a >>> frequency that resonates with blood glucose. e.. When the laser >>> comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates sound waves >>> emanating from the molecule. f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound >>> sensor detects those sound waves and > a >>> computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. g.. >>> While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read > glucose >>> levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches >>> the same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. h.. Goldberger >>> points out that since that paper was published, his researchers have >>> made big strides in improving the device's efficacy > even >>> further, although he won't release specific numbers. >>> i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, >>> Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for >>> implantable or skin-puncture medical devices. j.. If Glucon >>> succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could revolutionize >>> diabetes management for both the individual patient and > the >>> health-care industry. >>> k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a > regular >>> basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that >>> can lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. l.. Health insurance >>> companies would be willing to pay a premium for > such >>> a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and > long-term >>> health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. >>> >>> Source: >>> http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.asp >>> >>> >> >> --------------------------------------------------------------------- >> ----- > ------ >>> >>> All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is > protected >>> under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility >>> for > all >>> content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money >>> from the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented for >>> educational and commentary purposes only and should not be construed >>> as professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not >>> intended > as >>> a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified >>> professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the use >>> or misuse of this material. >>> >>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 You are right about those meters being given away. In fact when I got my OneTouch Ultra I got it for free because I bought 100 strips. The same thing happened with my UltraSmart, though I don't use that one anymore, but they both use the same strips so I have it (along with another Ultra I got for free as well and used before it started giving me measurements in mg/dl instead of mmoml/L) as a backup. Jen Possible Noninvasive meter >>> >>> >>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>> glucose meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it >>>> worked until now. It would stil be a few years away if it is >>>> approved. >>>> >>>> Dean >>>> >>>> >>>> NewsTarget.com printable article >>>> Friday, July 22, 2005 >>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>> glucose meter A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. >>>> could mean the end >> of >>>> skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in >>>> diabetics. The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, uses > >>>> tiny lasers >> that >>>> resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's >> device >>>> has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in >>>> the process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn >>>> more on >> this >>>> topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, >>>> high-fructose >> corn >>>> syrup and type II diabetes. >>>> >>>> >>>> Overview: >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a >>>> person with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. b.. " If >>>> anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive >> way >>>> to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to >> their >>>> door. " >>>> c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv >>>> University in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and >>>> advanced software algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient >>>> and accurate as >> pin-prick >>>> tests. >>>> d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a >>>> frequency that resonates with blood glucose. e.. When the laser >>>> comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates sound waves >>>> emanating from the molecule. f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound >>>> sensor detects those sound waves and >> a >>>> computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. g.. >>>> While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read >> glucose >>>> levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches >>>> the same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. h.. Goldberger >>>> points out that since that paper was published, his researchers have > >>>> made big strides in improving the device's efficacy >> even >>>> further, although he won't release specific numbers. >>>> i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, >>>> Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for >>>> implantable or skin-puncture medical devices. j.. If Glucon >>>> succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could revolutionize >>>> diabetes management for both the individual patient and >> the >>>> health-care industry. >>>> k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a >> regular >>>> basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that >>>> can lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. l.. Health insurance > >>>> companies would be willing to pay a premium for >> such >>>> a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and >> long-term >>>> health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. >>>> >>>> Source: >>>> http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.asp >>>> >>>> >>> >>> --------------------------------------------------------------------- >>> ----- >> ------ >>>> >>>> All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is >> protected >>>> under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility >>>> for >> all >>>> content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money >>>> from the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented for > >>>> educational and commentary purposes only and should not be construed > >>>> as professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not >>>> intended >> as >>>> a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified >>>> professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the use > >>>> or misuse of this material. >>>> >>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 You are right about those meters being given away. In fact when I got my OneTouch Ultra I got it for free because I bought 100 strips. The same thing happened with my UltraSmart, though I don't use that one anymore, but they both use the same strips so I have it (along with another Ultra I got for free as well and used before it started giving me measurements in mg/dl instead of mmoml/L) as a backup. Jen Possible Noninvasive meter >>> >>> >>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>> glucose meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it >>>> worked until now. It would stil be a few years away if it is >>>> approved. >>>> >>>> Dean >>>> >>>> >>>> NewsTarget.com printable article >>>> Friday, July 22, 2005 >>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>> glucose meter A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. >>>> could mean the end >> of >>>> skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in >>>> diabetics. The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, uses > >>>> tiny lasers >> that >>>> resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's >> device >>>> has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in >>>> the process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn >>>> more on >> this >>>> topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, >>>> high-fructose >> corn >>>> syrup and type II diabetes. >>>> >>>> >>>> Overview: >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a >>>> person with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. b.. " If >>>> anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive >> way >>>> to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to >> their >>>> door. " >>>> c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv >>>> University in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and >>>> advanced software algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient >>>> and accurate as >> pin-prick >>>> tests. >>>> d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a >>>> frequency that resonates with blood glucose. e.. When the laser >>>> comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates sound waves >>>> emanating from the molecule. f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound >>>> sensor detects those sound waves and >> a >>>> computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. g.. >>>> While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read >> glucose >>>> levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches >>>> the same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. h.. Goldberger >>>> points out that since that paper was published, his researchers have > >>>> made big strides in improving the device's efficacy >> even >>>> further, although he won't release specific numbers. >>>> i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, >>>> Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for >>>> implantable or skin-puncture medical devices. j.. If Glucon >>>> succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could revolutionize >>>> diabetes management for both the individual patient and >> the >>>> health-care industry. >>>> k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a >> regular >>>> basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that >>>> can lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. l.. Health insurance > >>>> companies would be willing to pay a premium for >> such >>>> a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and >> long-term >>>> health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. >>>> >>>> Source: >>>> http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.asp >>>> >>>> >>> >>> --------------------------------------------------------------------- >>> ----- >> ------ >>>> >>>> All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is >> protected >>>> under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility >>>> for >> all >>>> content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money >>>> from the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented for > >>>> educational and commentary purposes only and should not be construed > >>>> as professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not >>>> intended >> as >>>> a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified >>>> professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the use > >>>> or misuse of this material. >>>> >>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 Jen, I am jealous! When the Ultra Smart came out I could not find the one which came with the 100 strips... (boo hiss) Oh well, I sure do hope that some sort of bloodless gizmo comes to pass. Even if the thing would cost $500 it would be cheaper in the long run. At around 80 cents per strip and 4 strips per day on average that is $96 per month. If Crystal is having some fluctuation or is ill it takes more than 4 readings per day to be sure. My, no wonder we are broke...Cy, the Ancient Okie... Re: Possible Noninvasive meter You are right about those meters being given away. In fact when I got my OneTouch Ultra I got it for free because I bought 100 strips. The same thing happened with my UltraSmart, though I don't use that one anymore, but they both use the same strips so I have it (along with another Ultra I got for free as well and used before it started giving me measurements in mg/dl instead of mmoml/L) as a backup. Jen Possible Noninvasive meter >>> >>> >>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>> glucose meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it >>>> worked until now. It would stil be a few years away if it is >>>> approved. >>>> >>>> Dean >>>> >>>> >>>> NewsTarget.com printable article >>>> Friday, July 22, 2005 >>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>> glucose meter A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. >>>> could mean the end >> of >>>> skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in >>>> diabetics. The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, >>>> uses > >>>> tiny lasers >> that >>>> resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's >> device >>>> has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in >>>> the process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn >>>> more on >> this >>>> topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, >>>> high-fructose >> corn >>>> syrup and type II diabetes. >>>> >>>> >>>> Overview: >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a >>>> person with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. b.. " If >>>> anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive >> way >>>> to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to >> their >>>> door. " >>>> c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv >>>> University in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and >>>> advanced software algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient >>>> and accurate as >> pin-prick >>>> tests. >>>> d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a >>>> frequency that resonates with blood glucose. e.. When the laser >>>> comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates sound waves >>>> emanating from the molecule. f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound >>>> sensor detects those sound waves and >> a >>>> computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. g.. >>>> While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read >> glucose >>>> levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches >>>> the same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. h.. Goldberger >>>> points out that since that paper was published, his researchers >>>> have > >>>> made big strides in improving the device's efficacy >> even >>>> further, although he won't release specific numbers. >>>> i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, >>>> Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for >>>> implantable or skin-puncture medical devices. j.. If Glucon >>>> succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could revolutionize >>>> diabetes management for both the individual patient and >> the >>>> health-care industry. >>>> k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a >> regular >>>> basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that >>>> can lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. l.. Health >>>> insurance > >>>> companies would be willing to pay a premium for >> such >>>> a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and >> long-term >>>> health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. >>>> >>>> Source: >>>> http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.as >>>> p >>>> >>>> >>> >>> -------------------------------------------------------------------- >>> - >>> ----- >> ------ >>>> >>>> All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is >> protected >>>> under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility >>>> for >> all >>>> content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money >>>> from the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented >>>> for > >>>> educational and commentary purposes only and should not be >>>> construed > >>>> as professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not >>>> intended >> as >>>> a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified >>>> professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the >>>> use > >>>> or misuse of this material. >>>> >>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 Jen, I am jealous! When the Ultra Smart came out I could not find the one which came with the 100 strips... (boo hiss) Oh well, I sure do hope that some sort of bloodless gizmo comes to pass. Even if the thing would cost $500 it would be cheaper in the long run. At around 80 cents per strip and 4 strips per day on average that is $96 per month. If Crystal is having some fluctuation or is ill it takes more than 4 readings per day to be sure. My, no wonder we are broke...Cy, the Ancient Okie... Re: Possible Noninvasive meter You are right about those meters being given away. In fact when I got my OneTouch Ultra I got it for free because I bought 100 strips. The same thing happened with my UltraSmart, though I don't use that one anymore, but they both use the same strips so I have it (along with another Ultra I got for free as well and used before it started giving me measurements in mg/dl instead of mmoml/L) as a backup. Jen Possible Noninvasive meter >>> >>> >>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>> glucose meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it >>>> worked until now. It would stil be a few years away if it is >>>> approved. >>>> >>>> Dean >>>> >>>> >>>> NewsTarget.com printable article >>>> Friday, July 22, 2005 >>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>> glucose meter A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. >>>> could mean the end >> of >>>> skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in >>>> diabetics. The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, >>>> uses > >>>> tiny lasers >> that >>>> resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's >> device >>>> has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in >>>> the process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn >>>> more on >> this >>>> topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, >>>> high-fructose >> corn >>>> syrup and type II diabetes. >>>> >>>> >>>> Overview: >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a >>>> person with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. b.. " If >>>> anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive >> way >>>> to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to >> their >>>> door. " >>>> c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv >>>> University in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and >>>> advanced software algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient >>>> and accurate as >> pin-prick >>>> tests. >>>> d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a >>>> frequency that resonates with blood glucose. e.. When the laser >>>> comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates sound waves >>>> emanating from the molecule. f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound >>>> sensor detects those sound waves and >> a >>>> computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. g.. >>>> While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read >> glucose >>>> levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches >>>> the same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. h.. Goldberger >>>> points out that since that paper was published, his researchers >>>> have > >>>> made big strides in improving the device's efficacy >> even >>>> further, although he won't release specific numbers. >>>> i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, >>>> Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for >>>> implantable or skin-puncture medical devices. j.. If Glucon >>>> succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could revolutionize >>>> diabetes management for both the individual patient and >> the >>>> health-care industry. >>>> k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a >> regular >>>> basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that >>>> can lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. l.. Health >>>> insurance > >>>> companies would be willing to pay a premium for >> such >>>> a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and >> long-term >>>> health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. >>>> >>>> Source: >>>> http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.as >>>> p >>>> >>>> >>> >>> -------------------------------------------------------------------- >>> - >>> ----- >> ------ >>>> >>>> All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is >> protected >>>> under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility >>>> for >> all >>>> content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money >>>> from the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented >>>> for > >>>> educational and commentary purposes only and should not be >>>> construed > >>>> as professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not >>>> intended >> as >>>> a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified >>>> professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the >>>> use > >>>> or misuse of this material. >>>> >>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 Jen, I am jealous! When the Ultra Smart came out I could not find the one which came with the 100 strips... (boo hiss) Oh well, I sure do hope that some sort of bloodless gizmo comes to pass. Even if the thing would cost $500 it would be cheaper in the long run. At around 80 cents per strip and 4 strips per day on average that is $96 per month. If Crystal is having some fluctuation or is ill it takes more than 4 readings per day to be sure. My, no wonder we are broke...Cy, the Ancient Okie... Re: Possible Noninvasive meter You are right about those meters being given away. In fact when I got my OneTouch Ultra I got it for free because I bought 100 strips. The same thing happened with my UltraSmart, though I don't use that one anymore, but they both use the same strips so I have it (along with another Ultra I got for free as well and used before it started giving me measurements in mg/dl instead of mmoml/L) as a backup. Jen Possible Noninvasive meter >>> >>> >>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>> glucose meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it >>>> worked until now. It would stil be a few years away if it is >>>> approved. >>>> >>>> Dean >>>> >>>> >>>> NewsTarget.com printable article >>>> Friday, July 22, 2005 >>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>> glucose meter A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. >>>> could mean the end >> of >>>> skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in >>>> diabetics. The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, >>>> uses > >>>> tiny lasers >> that >>>> resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's >> device >>>> has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in >>>> the process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn >>>> more on >> this >>>> topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, >>>> high-fructose >> corn >>>> syrup and type II diabetes. >>>> >>>> >>>> Overview: >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a >>>> person with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. b.. " If >>>> anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive >> way >>>> to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to >> their >>>> door. " >>>> c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv >>>> University in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and >>>> advanced software algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient >>>> and accurate as >> pin-prick >>>> tests. >>>> d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a >>>> frequency that resonates with blood glucose. e.. When the laser >>>> comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates sound waves >>>> emanating from the molecule. f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound >>>> sensor detects those sound waves and >> a >>>> computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. g.. >>>> While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read >> glucose >>>> levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches >>>> the same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. h.. Goldberger >>>> points out that since that paper was published, his researchers >>>> have > >>>> made big strides in improving the device's efficacy >> even >>>> further, although he won't release specific numbers. >>>> i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, >>>> Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for >>>> implantable or skin-puncture medical devices. j.. If Glucon >>>> succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could revolutionize >>>> diabetes management for both the individual patient and >> the >>>> health-care industry. >>>> k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a >> regular >>>> basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that >>>> can lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. l.. Health >>>> insurance > >>>> companies would be willing to pay a premium for >> such >>>> a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and >> long-term >>>> health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. >>>> >>>> Source: >>>> http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.as >>>> p >>>> >>>> >>> >>> -------------------------------------------------------------------- >>> - >>> ----- >> ------ >>>> >>>> All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is >> protected >>>> under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility >>>> for >> all >>>> content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money >>>> from the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented >>>> for > >>>> educational and commentary purposes only and should not be >>>> construed > >>>> as professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not >>>> intended >> as >>>> a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified >>>> professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the >>>> use > >>>> or misuse of this material. >>>> >>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 Yes, I really liked the UltraSmart. I couldn't use any of the fancy features, however, because the display is so small, so I use software on the computer for tracking. The reason I had to stop using the UltraSmart is that I discovered that an alcohol swab can fuse with plastic! I must have left the meter with it's screen touching a still-wet alcohol swab, and when I discovered it had already dried and would NOT come off the screen no matter what I did. Jen Possible Noninvasive meter >>>> >>>> >>>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>>> glucose meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it >>>>> worked until now. It would stil be a few years away if it is >>>>> approved. >>>>> >>>>> Dean >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> NewsTarget.com printable article >>>>> Friday, July 22, 2005 >>>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>>> glucose meter A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. >>>>> could mean the end >>> of >>>>> skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in >>>>> diabetics. The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, >>>>> uses >> >>>>> tiny lasers >>> that >>>>> resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's >>> device >>>>> has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in > >>>>> the process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn >>>>> more on >>> this >>>>> topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, >>>>> high-fructose >>> corn >>>>> syrup and type II diabetes. >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> Overview: >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a >>>>> person with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. b.. " If > >>>>> anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive >>> way >>>>> to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to >>> their >>>>> door. " >>>>> c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv >>>>> University in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and >>>>> advanced software algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient >>>>> and accurate as >>> pin-prick >>>>> tests. >>>>> d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a >>>>> frequency that resonates with blood glucose. e.. When the laser >>>>> comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates sound waves >>>>> emanating from the molecule. f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound >>>>> sensor detects those sound waves and >>> a >>>>> computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. g.. >>>>> While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read >>> glucose >>>>> levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches >>>>> the same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. h.. Goldberger >>>>> points out that since that paper was published, his researchers >>>>> have >> >>>>> made big strides in improving the device's efficacy >>> even >>>>> further, although he won't release specific numbers. >>>>> i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, >>>>> Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for >>>>> implantable or skin-puncture medical devices. j.. If Glucon >>>>> succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could revolutionize >>>>> diabetes management for both the individual patient and >>> the >>>>> health-care industry. >>>>> k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a >>> regular >>>>> basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that >>>>> can lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. l.. Health >>>>> insurance >> >>>>> companies would be willing to pay a premium for >>> such >>>>> a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and >>> long-term >>>>> health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. >>>>> >>>>> Source: >>>>> http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.as >>>>> p >>>>> >>>>> >>>> >>>> -------------------------------------------------------------------- >>>> - >>>> ----- >>> ------ >>>>> >>>>> All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is >>> protected >>>>> under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility >>>>> for >>> all >>>>> content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money > >>>>> from the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented >>>>> for >> >>>>> educational and commentary purposes only and should not be >>>>> construed >> >>>>> as professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not >>>>> intended >>> as >>>>> a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified >>>>> professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the >>>>> use >> >>>>> or misuse of this material. >>>>> >>>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 Yes, I really liked the UltraSmart. I couldn't use any of the fancy features, however, because the display is so small, so I use software on the computer for tracking. The reason I had to stop using the UltraSmart is that I discovered that an alcohol swab can fuse with plastic! I must have left the meter with it's screen touching a still-wet alcohol swab, and when I discovered it had already dried and would NOT come off the screen no matter what I did. Jen Possible Noninvasive meter >>>> >>>> >>>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>>> glucose meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it >>>>> worked until now. It would stil be a few years away if it is >>>>> approved. >>>>> >>>>> Dean >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> NewsTarget.com printable article >>>>> Friday, July 22, 2005 >>>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>>> glucose meter A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. >>>>> could mean the end >>> of >>>>> skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in >>>>> diabetics. The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, >>>>> uses >> >>>>> tiny lasers >>> that >>>>> resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's >>> device >>>>> has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in > >>>>> the process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn >>>>> more on >>> this >>>>> topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, >>>>> high-fructose >>> corn >>>>> syrup and type II diabetes. >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> Overview: >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a >>>>> person with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. b.. " If > >>>>> anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive >>> way >>>>> to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to >>> their >>>>> door. " >>>>> c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv >>>>> University in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and >>>>> advanced software algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient >>>>> and accurate as >>> pin-prick >>>>> tests. >>>>> d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a >>>>> frequency that resonates with blood glucose. e.. When the laser >>>>> comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates sound waves >>>>> emanating from the molecule. f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound >>>>> sensor detects those sound waves and >>> a >>>>> computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. g.. >>>>> While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read >>> glucose >>>>> levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches >>>>> the same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. h.. Goldberger >>>>> points out that since that paper was published, his researchers >>>>> have >> >>>>> made big strides in improving the device's efficacy >>> even >>>>> further, although he won't release specific numbers. >>>>> i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, >>>>> Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for >>>>> implantable or skin-puncture medical devices. j.. If Glucon >>>>> succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could revolutionize >>>>> diabetes management for both the individual patient and >>> the >>>>> health-care industry. >>>>> k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a >>> regular >>>>> basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that >>>>> can lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. l.. Health >>>>> insurance >> >>>>> companies would be willing to pay a premium for >>> such >>>>> a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and >>> long-term >>>>> health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. >>>>> >>>>> Source: >>>>> http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.as >>>>> p >>>>> >>>>> >>>> >>>> -------------------------------------------------------------------- >>>> - >>>> ----- >>> ------ >>>>> >>>>> All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is >>> protected >>>>> under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility >>>>> for >>> all >>>>> content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money > >>>>> from the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented >>>>> for >> >>>>> educational and commentary purposes only and should not be >>>>> construed >> >>>>> as professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not >>>>> intended >>> as >>>>> a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified >>>>> professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the >>>>> use >> >>>>> or misuse of this material. >>>>> >>>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 Yes, I really liked the UltraSmart. I couldn't use any of the fancy features, however, because the display is so small, so I use software on the computer for tracking. The reason I had to stop using the UltraSmart is that I discovered that an alcohol swab can fuse with plastic! I must have left the meter with it's screen touching a still-wet alcohol swab, and when I discovered it had already dried and would NOT come off the screen no matter what I did. Jen Possible Noninvasive meter >>>> >>>> >>>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>>> glucose meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it >>>>> worked until now. It would stil be a few years away if it is >>>>> approved. >>>>> >>>>> Dean >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> NewsTarget.com printable article >>>>> Friday, July 22, 2005 >>>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>>> glucose meter A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. >>>>> could mean the end >>> of >>>>> skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in >>>>> diabetics. The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, >>>>> uses >> >>>>> tiny lasers >>> that >>>>> resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's >>> device >>>>> has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in > >>>>> the process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn >>>>> more on >>> this >>>>> topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, >>>>> high-fructose >>> corn >>>>> syrup and type II diabetes. >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> Overview: >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a >>>>> person with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. b.. " If > >>>>> anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive >>> way >>>>> to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to >>> their >>>>> door. " >>>>> c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv >>>>> University in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and >>>>> advanced software algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient >>>>> and accurate as >>> pin-prick >>>>> tests. >>>>> d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a >>>>> frequency that resonates with blood glucose. e.. When the laser >>>>> comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates sound waves >>>>> emanating from the molecule. f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound >>>>> sensor detects those sound waves and >>> a >>>>> computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. g.. >>>>> While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read >>> glucose >>>>> levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches >>>>> the same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. h.. Goldberger >>>>> points out that since that paper was published, his researchers >>>>> have >> >>>>> made big strides in improving the device's efficacy >>> even >>>>> further, although he won't release specific numbers. >>>>> i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, >>>>> Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for >>>>> implantable or skin-puncture medical devices. j.. If Glucon >>>>> succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could revolutionize >>>>> diabetes management for both the individual patient and >>> the >>>>> health-care industry. >>>>> k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a >>> regular >>>>> basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that >>>>> can lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. l.. Health >>>>> insurance >> >>>>> companies would be willing to pay a premium for >>> such >>>>> a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and >>> long-term >>>>> health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. >>>>> >>>>> Source: >>>>> http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.as >>>>> p >>>>> >>>>> >>>> >>>> -------------------------------------------------------------------- >>>> - >>>> ----- >>> ------ >>>>> >>>>> All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is >>> protected >>>>> under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility >>>>> for >>> all >>>>> content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money > >>>>> from the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented >>>>> for >> >>>>> educational and commentary purposes only and should not be >>>>> construed >> >>>>> as professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not >>>>> intended >>> as >>>>> a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified >>>>> professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the >>>>> use >> >>>>> or misuse of this material. >>>>> >>>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 Hi. Is the UltraSmart software accessible to screen readers? Regards, Possible Noninvasive meter >>>>> >>>>> >>>>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>>>> glucose meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it >>>>>> worked until now. It would stil be a few years away if it is >>>>>> approved. >>>>>> >>>>>> Dean >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> NewsTarget.com printable article >>>>>> Friday, July 22, 2005 >>>>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>>>> glucose meter A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. >>>>>> could mean the end >>>> of >>>>>> skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in >>>>>> diabetics. The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, >>>>>> uses >>> >>>>>> tiny lasers >>>> that >>>>>> resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's >>>> device >>>>>> has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in >> >>>>>> the process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn >>>>>> more on >>>> this >>>>>> topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, >>>>>> high-fructose >>>> corn >>>>>> syrup and type II diabetes. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> Overview: >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a >>>>>> person with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. b.. " If >> >>>>>> anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive >>>> way >>>>>> to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to >>>> their >>>>>> door. " >>>>>> c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv >>>>>> University in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and >>>>>> advanced software algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient >>>>>> and accurate as >>>> pin-prick >>>>>> tests. >>>>>> d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a >>>>>> frequency that resonates with blood glucose. e.. When the laser >>>>>> comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates sound waves >>>>>> emanating from the molecule. f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound >>>>>> sensor detects those sound waves and >>>> a >>>>>> computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. g.. >>>>>> While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read >>>> glucose >>>>>> levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches >>>>>> the same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. h.. Goldberger >>>>>> points out that since that paper was published, his researchers >>>>>> have >>> >>>>>> made big strides in improving the device's efficacy >>>> even >>>>>> further, although he won't release specific numbers. >>>>>> i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, >>>>>> Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for >>>>>> implantable or skin-puncture medical devices. j.. If Glucon >>>>>> succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could revolutionize >>>>>> diabetes management for both the individual patient and >>>> the >>>>>> health-care industry. >>>>>> k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a >>>> regular >>>>>> basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that >>>>>> can lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. l.. Health >>>>>> insurance >>> >>>>>> companies would be willing to pay a premium for >>>> such >>>>>> a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and >>>> long-term >>>>>> health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. >>>>>> >>>>>> Source: >>>>>> http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.as >>>>>> p >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>> >>>>> -------------------------------------------------------------------- >>>>> - >>>>> ----- >>>> ------ >>>>>> >>>>>> All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is >>>> protected >>>>>> under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility >>>>>> for >>>> all >>>>>> content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money >> >>>>>> from the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented >>>>>> for >>> >>>>>> educational and commentary purposes only and should not be >>>>>> construed >>> >>>>>> as professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not >>>>>> intended >>>> as >>>>>> a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified >>>>>> professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the >>>>>> use >>> >>>>>> or misuse of this material. >>>>>> >>>>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 Hi. Is the UltraSmart software accessible to screen readers? Regards, Possible Noninvasive meter >>>>> >>>>> >>>>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>>>> glucose meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it >>>>>> worked until now. It would stil be a few years away if it is >>>>>> approved. >>>>>> >>>>>> Dean >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> NewsTarget.com printable article >>>>>> Friday, July 22, 2005 >>>>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>>>> glucose meter A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. >>>>>> could mean the end >>>> of >>>>>> skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in >>>>>> diabetics. The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, >>>>>> uses >>> >>>>>> tiny lasers >>>> that >>>>>> resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's >>>> device >>>>>> has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in >> >>>>>> the process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn >>>>>> more on >>>> this >>>>>> topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, >>>>>> high-fructose >>>> corn >>>>>> syrup and type II diabetes. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> Overview: >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a >>>>>> person with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. b.. " If >> >>>>>> anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive >>>> way >>>>>> to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to >>>> their >>>>>> door. " >>>>>> c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv >>>>>> University in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and >>>>>> advanced software algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient >>>>>> and accurate as >>>> pin-prick >>>>>> tests. >>>>>> d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a >>>>>> frequency that resonates with blood glucose. e.. When the laser >>>>>> comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates sound waves >>>>>> emanating from the molecule. f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound >>>>>> sensor detects those sound waves and >>>> a >>>>>> computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. g.. >>>>>> While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read >>>> glucose >>>>>> levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches >>>>>> the same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. h.. Goldberger >>>>>> points out that since that paper was published, his researchers >>>>>> have >>> >>>>>> made big strides in improving the device's efficacy >>>> even >>>>>> further, although he won't release specific numbers. >>>>>> i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, >>>>>> Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for >>>>>> implantable or skin-puncture medical devices. j.. If Glucon >>>>>> succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could revolutionize >>>>>> diabetes management for both the individual patient and >>>> the >>>>>> health-care industry. >>>>>> k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a >>>> regular >>>>>> basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that >>>>>> can lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. l.. Health >>>>>> insurance >>> >>>>>> companies would be willing to pay a premium for >>>> such >>>>>> a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and >>>> long-term >>>>>> health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. >>>>>> >>>>>> Source: >>>>>> http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.as >>>>>> p >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>> >>>>> -------------------------------------------------------------------- >>>>> - >>>>> ----- >>>> ------ >>>>>> >>>>>> All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is >>>> protected >>>>>> under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility >>>>>> for >>>> all >>>>>> content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money >> >>>>>> from the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented >>>>>> for >>> >>>>>> educational and commentary purposes only and should not be >>>>>> construed >>> >>>>>> as professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not >>>>>> intended >>>> as >>>>>> a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified >>>>>> professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the >>>>>> use >>> >>>>>> or misuse of this material. >>>>>> >>>>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 Hi. Is the UltraSmart software accessible to screen readers? Regards, Possible Noninvasive meter >>>>> >>>>> >>>>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>>>> glucose meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it >>>>>> worked until now. It would stil be a few years away if it is >>>>>> approved. >>>>>> >>>>>> Dean >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> NewsTarget.com printable article >>>>>> Friday, July 22, 2005 >>>>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>>>> glucose meter A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. >>>>>> could mean the end >>>> of >>>>>> skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in >>>>>> diabetics. The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, >>>>>> uses >>> >>>>>> tiny lasers >>>> that >>>>>> resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's >>>> device >>>>>> has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in >> >>>>>> the process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn >>>>>> more on >>>> this >>>>>> topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, >>>>>> high-fructose >>>> corn >>>>>> syrup and type II diabetes. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> Overview: >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a >>>>>> person with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. b.. " If >> >>>>>> anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive >>>> way >>>>>> to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to >>>> their >>>>>> door. " >>>>>> c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv >>>>>> University in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and >>>>>> advanced software algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient >>>>>> and accurate as >>>> pin-prick >>>>>> tests. >>>>>> d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a >>>>>> frequency that resonates with blood glucose. e.. When the laser >>>>>> comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates sound waves >>>>>> emanating from the molecule. f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound >>>>>> sensor detects those sound waves and >>>> a >>>>>> computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. g.. >>>>>> While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read >>>> glucose >>>>>> levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches >>>>>> the same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. h.. Goldberger >>>>>> points out that since that paper was published, his researchers >>>>>> have >>> >>>>>> made big strides in improving the device's efficacy >>>> even >>>>>> further, although he won't release specific numbers. >>>>>> i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, >>>>>> Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for >>>>>> implantable or skin-puncture medical devices. j.. If Glucon >>>>>> succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could revolutionize >>>>>> diabetes management for both the individual patient and >>>> the >>>>>> health-care industry. >>>>>> k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a >>>> regular >>>>>> basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that >>>>>> can lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. l.. Health >>>>>> insurance >>> >>>>>> companies would be willing to pay a premium for >>>> such >>>>>> a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and >>>> long-term >>>>>> health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. >>>>>> >>>>>> Source: >>>>>> http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.as >>>>>> p >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>> >>>>> -------------------------------------------------------------------- >>>>> - >>>>> ----- >>>> ------ >>>>>> >>>>>> All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is >>>> protected >>>>>> under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility >>>>>> for >>>> all >>>>>> content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money >> >>>>>> from the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented >>>>>> for >>> >>>>>> educational and commentary purposes only and should not be >>>>>> construed >>> >>>>>> as professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not >>>>>> intended >>>> as >>>>>> a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified >>>>>> professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the >>>>>> use >>> >>>>>> or misuse of this material. >>>>>> >>>>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 Nope. It's horrible with JAWS. It doesn't even say what control you're on and says lots of things like " graphic 153 " and such. It doesn't even work too well with the screen magnification software I use (ZoomText). I would never use it if I had to spend money on it, but it's free from the LifeScan website. Do you know of anything that's more usable? I've been trying to find one that works well (or is at least usable) with a screen reader but so far haven't had much success. Jen Possible Noninvasive meter >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>>>>> glucose meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it >>>>>>> worked until now. It would stil be a few years away if it is >>>>>>> approved. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Dean >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> NewsTarget.com printable article >>>>>>> Friday, July 22, 2005 >>>>>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>>>>> glucose meter A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. >>>>>>> could mean the end >>>>> of >>>>>>> skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in >>>>>>> diabetics. The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, >>>>>>> uses >>>> >>>>>>> tiny lasers >>>>> that >>>>>>> resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's >>>>> device >>>>>>> has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in >>> >>>>>>> the process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn >>>>>>> more on >>>>> this >>>>>>> topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, >>>>>>> high-fructose >>>>> corn >>>>>>> syrup and type II diabetes. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Overview: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a >>>>>>> person with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. b.. " If >>> >>>>>>> anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive >>>>> way >>>>>>> to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to >>>>> their >>>>>>> door. " >>>>>>> c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv >>>>>>> University in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and >>>>>>> advanced software algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient >>>>>>> and accurate as >>>>> pin-prick >>>>>>> tests. >>>>>>> d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a >>>>>>> frequency that resonates with blood glucose. e.. When the laser >>>>>>> comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates sound waves >>>>>>> emanating from the molecule. f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound >>>>>>> sensor detects those sound waves and >>>>> a >>>>>>> computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. g.. >>>>>>> While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read >>>>> glucose >>>>>>> levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches >>>>>>> the same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. h.. Goldberger >>>>>>> points out that since that paper was published, his researchers >>>>>>> have >>>> >>>>>>> made big strides in improving the device's efficacy >>>>> even >>>>>>> further, although he won't release specific numbers. >>>>>>> i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, >>>>>>> Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for >>>>>>> implantable or skin-puncture medical devices. j.. If Glucon >>>>>>> succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could revolutionize >>>>>>> diabetes management for both the individual patient and >>>>> the >>>>>>> health-care industry. >>>>>>> k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a >>>>> regular >>>>>>> basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that >>>>>>> can lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. l.. Health >>>>>>> insurance >>>> >>>>>>> companies would be willing to pay a premium for >>>>> such >>>>>>> a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and >>>>> long-term >>>>>>> health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Source: >>>>>>> http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.as >>>>>>> p >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> -------------------------------------------------------------------- >>>>>> - >>>>>> ----- >>>>> ------ >>>>>>> >>>>>>> All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is >>>>> protected >>>>>>> under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility >>>>>>> for >>>>> all >>>>>>> content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money >>> >>>>>>> from the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented >>>>>>> for >>>> >>>>>>> educational and commentary purposes only and should not be >>>>>>> construed >>>> >>>>>>> as professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not >>>>>>> intended >>>>> as >>>>>>> a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified >>>>>>> professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the >>>>>>> use >>>> >>>>>>> or misuse of this material. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 Nope. It's horrible with JAWS. It doesn't even say what control you're on and says lots of things like " graphic 153 " and such. It doesn't even work too well with the screen magnification software I use (ZoomText). I would never use it if I had to spend money on it, but it's free from the LifeScan website. Do you know of anything that's more usable? I've been trying to find one that works well (or is at least usable) with a screen reader but so far haven't had much success. Jen Possible Noninvasive meter >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>>>>> glucose meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it >>>>>>> worked until now. It would stil be a few years away if it is >>>>>>> approved. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Dean >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> NewsTarget.com printable article >>>>>>> Friday, July 22, 2005 >>>>>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>>>>> glucose meter A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. >>>>>>> could mean the end >>>>> of >>>>>>> skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in >>>>>>> diabetics. The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, >>>>>>> uses >>>> >>>>>>> tiny lasers >>>>> that >>>>>>> resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's >>>>> device >>>>>>> has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in >>> >>>>>>> the process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn >>>>>>> more on >>>>> this >>>>>>> topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, >>>>>>> high-fructose >>>>> corn >>>>>>> syrup and type II diabetes. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Overview: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a >>>>>>> person with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. b.. " If >>> >>>>>>> anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive >>>>> way >>>>>>> to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to >>>>> their >>>>>>> door. " >>>>>>> c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv >>>>>>> University in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and >>>>>>> advanced software algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient >>>>>>> and accurate as >>>>> pin-prick >>>>>>> tests. >>>>>>> d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a >>>>>>> frequency that resonates with blood glucose. e.. When the laser >>>>>>> comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates sound waves >>>>>>> emanating from the molecule. f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound >>>>>>> sensor detects those sound waves and >>>>> a >>>>>>> computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. g.. >>>>>>> While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read >>>>> glucose >>>>>>> levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches >>>>>>> the same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. h.. Goldberger >>>>>>> points out that since that paper was published, his researchers >>>>>>> have >>>> >>>>>>> made big strides in improving the device's efficacy >>>>> even >>>>>>> further, although he won't release specific numbers. >>>>>>> i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, >>>>>>> Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for >>>>>>> implantable or skin-puncture medical devices. j.. If Glucon >>>>>>> succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could revolutionize >>>>>>> diabetes management for both the individual patient and >>>>> the >>>>>>> health-care industry. >>>>>>> k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a >>>>> regular >>>>>>> basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that >>>>>>> can lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. l.. Health >>>>>>> insurance >>>> >>>>>>> companies would be willing to pay a premium for >>>>> such >>>>>>> a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and >>>>> long-term >>>>>>> health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Source: >>>>>>> http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.as >>>>>>> p >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> -------------------------------------------------------------------- >>>>>> - >>>>>> ----- >>>>> ------ >>>>>>> >>>>>>> All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is >>>>> protected >>>>>>> under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility >>>>>>> for >>>>> all >>>>>>> content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money >>> >>>>>>> from the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented >>>>>>> for >>>> >>>>>>> educational and commentary purposes only and should not be >>>>>>> construed >>>> >>>>>>> as professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not >>>>>>> intended >>>>> as >>>>>>> a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified >>>>>>> professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the >>>>>>> use >>>> >>>>>>> or misuse of this material. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 Nope. It's horrible with JAWS. It doesn't even say what control you're on and says lots of things like " graphic 153 " and such. It doesn't even work too well with the screen magnification software I use (ZoomText). I would never use it if I had to spend money on it, but it's free from the LifeScan website. Do you know of anything that's more usable? I've been trying to find one that works well (or is at least usable) with a screen reader but so far haven't had much success. Jen Possible Noninvasive meter >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>>>>> glucose meterI have heard of this recently but never heard how it >>>>>>> worked until now. It would stil be a few years away if it is >>>>>>> approved. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Dean >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> NewsTarget.com printable article >>>>>>> Friday, July 22, 2005 >>>>>>> Diabetics could stop skin-pricking with new non-invasive blood >>>>>>> glucose meter A new blood glucose-testing device from Glucon Inc. >>>>>>> could mean the end >>>>> of >>>>>>> skin-pricking and drawing blood to measure glucose levels in >>>>>>> diabetics. The device, which is worn on the wrist like a watch, >>>>>>> uses >>>> >>>>>>> tiny lasers >>>>> that >>>>>>> resonate with blood glucose and give 24-hour measurements. Glucon's >>>>> device >>>>>>> has been shown to be as accurate as skin pricking. The device is in >>> >>>>>>> the process of clinical trials and approval by the FDA. To learn >>>>>>> more on >>>>> this >>>>>>> topic, be sure to also read the related article, Sugar, >>>>>>> high-fructose >>>>> corn >>>>>>> syrup and type II diabetes. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Overview: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> a.. In the end, though, it comes down to this: to stay well, a >>>>>>> person with Diabetes A has to draw blood four times a day. b.. " If >>> >>>>>>> anyone can come up with a cost-effective, safe, non-invasive >>>>> way >>>>>>> to measure glucose, I can't imagine the world not beating a path to >>>>> their >>>>>>> door. " >>>>>>> c.. Based on photo-acoustics research first done at Tel Aviv >>>>>>> University in Israel, their device uses lasers, ultrasound, and >>>>>>> advanced software algorithms to get a reading that is as efficient >>>>>>> and accurate as >>>>> pin-prick >>>>>>> tests. >>>>>>> d.. At the heart of the Glucon device is a laser tuned to a >>>>>>> frequency that resonates with blood glucose. e.. When the laser >>>>>>> comes into contact with blood glucose, it creates sound waves >>>>>>> emanating from the molecule. f.. Then a miniaturized ultrasound >>>>>>> sensor detects those sound waves and >>>>> a >>>>>>> computer chip translates the raw signals into usable data. g.. >>>>>>> While other non-invasive technologies have been able to read >>>>> glucose >>>>>>> levels to a rough level, Glucon's early tests show that it reaches >>>>>>> the same efficiency levels as blood-strip tests. h.. Goldberger >>>>>>> points out that since that paper was published, his researchers >>>>>>> have >>>> >>>>>>> made big strides in improving the device's efficacy >>>>> even >>>>>>> further, although he won't release specific numbers. >>>>>>> i.. Because of the non-invasive nature of the technology, though, >>>>>>> Glucon's regulatory process is much less arduous than for >>>>>>> implantable or skin-puncture medical devices. j.. If Glucon >>>>>>> succeeds in getting FDA approval, its device could revolutionize >>>>>>> diabetes management for both the individual patient and >>>>> the >>>>>>> health-care industry. >>>>>>> k.. Yet more than half of those three million make mistakes on a >>>>> regular >>>>>>> basis in glucose monitoring or insulin administration, errors that >>>>>>> can lead to insulin shock and a diabetic coma. l.. Health >>>>>>> insurance >>>> >>>>>>> companies would be willing to pay a premium for >>>>> such >>>>>>> a device if it keeps down the costs of emergency-room visits and >>>>> long-term >>>>>>> health crises, such as diabetic blindness, says the ADA's sen. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Source: >>>>>>> http://www.technologyreview.com/articles/05/06/wo/wo_060205jaffe.as >>>>>>> p >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> -------------------------------------------------------------------- >>>>>> - >>>>>> ----- >>>>> ------ >>>>>>> >>>>>>> All content posted on this site is commentary or opinion and is >>>>> protected >>>>>>> under Free Speech. Truth Publishing LLC takes sole responsibility >>>>>>> for >>>>> all >>>>>>> content. Truth Publishing sells no hard products and earns no money >>> >>>>>>> from the recommendation of products. Newstarget.com is presented >>>>>>> for >>>> >>>>>>> educational and commentary purposes only and should not be >>>>>>> construed >>>> >>>>>>> as professional advice from any licensed practitioner. It is not >>>>>>> intended >>>>> as >>>>>>> a substitute for the diagnosis, treatment or advice of a qualified >>>>>>> professional. Truth Publishing assumes no responsibility for the >>>>>>> use >>>> >>>>>>> or misuse of this material. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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