Is an insulin pump right for you? We believe that anyone needing more than 2 injections of insulin daily is a candidate for an insulin pump. Why:
- Better Blood Glucose Control: Insulin pumps deliver insulin in a more precise and consistent manner than injections, which can help to improve blood glucose control and reduce the risk of low blood sugar and complications associated with diabetes.
- Convenience: Insulin pumps eliminate the need for multiple daily injections and can be worn discreetly under clothing, providing more freedom and flexibility in daily activities.
- Customizable Settings: Insulin pumps allow for more precise dosing and can be customized to meet individual insulin needs. Users can adjust basal rates, insulin-to-carbohydrate ratios, and correction factors to achieve optimal blood glucose control.
- Improved Quality of Life: Insulin pumps can help to reduce the burden of managing diabetes by simplifying insulin therapy and reducing the need for frequent injections. This can lead to improved quality of life and greater satisfaction with diabetes management.
- Better Access to Data: Insulin pumps often come with continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems that provide real-time glucose readings, allowing users to make more informed decisions about their insulin therapy and lifestyle choices.
The Omnipod 5 System. 
is a wearable insulin pump system combined with a Dexcom glucose monitor to form a system that increases insulin when the glucose is rising and decreases it when sugar is going down
Here are some key details about the Omnipod 5 G6 system:
- Tubeless insulin pump: The Omnipod 5 pump is a small, lightweight device that attaches directly to the skin. Unlike traditional insulin pumps that use tubes to deliver insulin, the Omnipod 5 pump is tubeless and delivers insulin through a small, flexible cannula that is inserted under the skin.
- Bluetooth connectivity: The Omnipod 5 pump is Bluetooth-enabled, which allows it to communicate with the Dexcom G6 CGM system and other compatible devices, such as smartphones.
- Personalized insulin dosing: The Omnipod 5 system uses advanced algorithms to calculate insulin doses based on CGM readings, previous insulin doses, and other factors such as food intake and physical activity. This allows for more personalized insulin dosing and can help reduce the risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and hyperglycemia (high blood sugar).
- Customizable settings: Users can customize their insulin delivery settings, such as basal rates, insulin-to-carbohydrate ratios, and correction factors, to better match their individual needs and lifestyle.
- Automatic insulin suspension: The Omnipod 5 pump has a built-in automatic insulin suspension feature that can temporarily suspend insulin delivery if the CGM detects low blood sugar levels. This can help prevent hypoglycemia and reduce the need for manual intervention.
- Remote monitoring: The Omnipod 5 system also allows for remote monitoring by caregivers or healthcare providers, who can view real-time CGM and insulin delivery data via a secure online portal.
Overall, the Omnipod 5 G6 system is a comprehensive insulin management solution that combines the convenience and flexibility of a tubeless insulin pump with the accuracy and real-time data of a continuous glucose monitoring system. Interested? See the YouTube video below. If you already have the starter kit for the Omnipod 5 and wished to share your data with the Diabetes Control Center Please Sign up to Glooko. Here is how.
