Medtronics Introduces Diabetes Management Software for Mac Computers

Medtronics has gained FDA approval for a Mac Operating System version of their CareLink Personal 5.4 Therapy Management Software. CareLink is a web-based program for diabetics that allows them to upload information from their insulin pump, continuous glucose monitor and blood glucose meter using a USB device.

The software analyses the information for trends and patterns, and provides the user with easy-to-read charts, graphs and reports evaluating their glucose control. The software supports over 35 different blood glucose meters. Once the data is uploaded, it is securely stored, and can be viewed from any computer with internet access. The patient can authorize their doctor or other healthcare provider to view their data by linking their account to a provider. The healthcare provider can then review the patient’s information and adjust their insulin therapy without an office visit. -œWith the growth of Mac computer adoption, we wanted to ensure that our Mac customers had access to the same level of reports as our PC customers,- said Dr. Francine R. Kaufman, Medtronic’s Chief Medical Officer and Vice President. -œActively managing diabetes is a key to success and CareLink is a tool that can help make it easier.- The Carelink system allows you to be aware of your glucose levels at all times, and to quickly determine the impact of exercise, diet, and diabetes medication. This information helps you prevent unpleasant and even dangerous blood sugar highs and lows. Medtronic bills itself as “the world leader in advanced diabetes management solutions”, developing and marketing insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitoring systems and personalized software solutions. Medtronic pioneered insulin pump therapy in 1983, and were the first to combine an insulin pump and a continuous glucose monitor into an integrated system. Visit www.medtronicdiabetes.com”> for more information on CareLink Personal 5.4, including which browsers and operating systems it supports.

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