Artificial Pancreas Saves Lives in England? Is America Next?

Here's your Monday roundup. Here's your Monday roundup. Dr. Anil Bajnath wonders if the Brits found a life-saving technology that will take over the globe? And what does this mean for America. You are receiving this email because you subscribed to Longevity Insider HQ. [Click here]( to manage your e-mail preferences. [Longevity Insider HQ logo] Artificial Pancreas Saves Lives in England? Is America Next? Anil Bajnath, MD | April 04, 2022 | Baltimore, MD Dear Longevity Insider, Anil Bajnath MD here with your Monday roundup. Over 87,000 people die each year due to diabetes. I’ve personally lost a couple of people due to diabetes-related complications. So today’s discovery hits very close to home for me.There are two different types of diabetes. Type 1 diabetes is a chronic condition where the pancreas produces little or no insulin. Type 2 diabetes is a condition that affects the way the body processes blood sugar (glucose). Symptoms include: - Increased thirst - Frequent urination - Hunger - Fatigue - Blurred vision Some folks have absolutely none of these symptoms. The most sobering part of diabetes is that it’s a long-term medical condition that results in unusual blood sugar levels. Severely high blood sugar can lead to life-threatening dehydration. You get the picture. Diabetes is not something to dismiss or take lightly. That’s why this news is so refreshing…BioTech Wins Again: Artificial Pancreas Used in Europe Meet the [artificial pancreas](. It is making huge waves in the medical and tech industry as the first of its kind. Diabetes is typically treated by diet, exercise, medication, and insulin therapy. For any of you with first- or second-hand experience, you know it can be a task to monitor insulin levels and to treat accordingly. This is what makes the artificial pancreas so special. The National Health Service explains how the tech works: [artificial pancreas] Nearly 900 Patients And Counting… Nearly 900 patients with Type 1 diabetes in England are testing this amazing (and potentially lifesaving) technology. This also includes a six-year-old girl named Charlotte, who is one of more than 200 children using the system.Here are some comments from Charlotte’s mother, as she explains the benefits of the artificial pancreas: Prior to having the loop, everything was manual. At night we'd have to set the alarm every two hours to do finger pricks and corrections of insulin in order to deal with the ups and downs of Charlotte's blood sugars. Prof Partha Kar, NHS national speciality adviser for diabetes, also adds: Having machines monitor and deliver medication for diabetes patients sounds quite sci-fi like, but technology and machines are part and parcel of how we live our lives every day. It is not very far away from the holy grail of a fully automated system, where people with type 1 diabetes can get on with their lives without worrying about glucose levels or medication. Chris Askew, chief executive of Diabetes UK, says: This technology has the potential to transform the lives of people with type 1 diabetes, improving both their quality of life and clinical outcomes. At the moment, 875 patients have joined the pilot, which will cap at 1,000 people. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) will assess the results and consider ways to roll out this phenomenal technology more widely.So what does that mean for those of us located in America? Could this potentially life-saving technology become a norm within the medical industry… Time will tell 491-5756. The content of this site may not be redistributed without the express written consent of Longevity Insider HQ. Individual editorials, articles and essays appearing on this site may be republished, but only with full attribution of both the author and Longevity Insider HQ as well as a link the website. None of these statements have been approved by the FDA to diagnose or treat any disease. Always consult with a trusted medical professional before starting or changing a health regimen. [Full Disclaimer](