There are problems within the health system that mean full patient access to training on how to use the insulin pumps will likely take years, experts say.

According to Professor Partha Kar, National Specialty Advisor, Diabetes, NHS England and co-lead of Diabetes GIRFT, NHS Improvement, “Maintaining glycemic control is crucial for people with diabetes, as it directly impacts their overall health and quality of

Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) technologies have transformed diabetes management by providing real-time, accurate glucose readings. These systems make it easier for individuals to track how their diet and lifestyle affect their glucose levels,

To meet international guidelines, New Zealand needs to double the workforce that supports people with diabetes. Unless that happens, newly-funded health technologies won’t get to those most in need.