Artificial Pancreas now selling in UK

[jayandstacey]

For those with Diabetes, especially Type 1:

http://www.medtronic-diabetes.co.uk/product-information/paradigm-veo/key-features-and-benefits.html

OK, this isn't the FULL closed loop which will act as a pancreas and require no user intervention but it is a half-closed loop, stopping insulin delivery as real-time blood sugar levels drop to a defined point.

While not directly related to Disney, and not yet in the US, this will be HUGE for those in the parks as "going low" happens all too often between the heat, excercise and adreneline.

And if Medtronic already has the "bottom half" on the market, it can't be too long before the entire closed loop is ready.

 

[suz_cute]

Looks like a great device! I think you are right about it being very helpful with people going too low due to the extra exertion and heat while touring in WDW!! Thanks for the post!