SEVEN^® Stories

"My name is Tom Baird and I have been a very satisfied user of the DexCom SEVEN CGM for almost 4 years. Now, it's hard for me to imagine how I got along without it, since it makes my diabetes care so much easier and so much better. I am 64 years old and have been a Type 1 diabetic for nearly 20 years. I have always maintained fairly good control, but before I had my SEVEN, my problem area was generally with hypoglycemia. On more than one occasion, I had passed out and paramedics were called to my assistance. Since being on my SEVEN, this issue has been eliminated because of the advanced warning my SEVEN gives me. I have also been able to avoid many less severe, but nevertheless troublesome, lows. These can occur at very inconvenient times and places, such as a business meeting, or on the golf course. I am proud to give a strong recommendation for DexCom to any diabetic who is truly interested in taking better care of him or herself."

— Tom Baird, Missouri

"The DexCom SEVEN CGM has been a godsend. I cannot overstate how valuable it is to me. In 1 month, DexCom has accomplished for me what 30 years of exchange lists, gram scales, regular exercise, carb counting, various good doctors, and good and caring diabetic educators could not. The SEVEN has flattened out my blood sugars. DexCom just makes it simple! Also, in the process of seeing my blood sugar as it changes every few minutes, I have discovered a number of things I either did not know or did not appreciate before, such as how simple business stress can significantly affect my blood sugar level and insulin need. With the DexCom SEVEN, the impact or effect of such unexpected events is known almost immediately. I do not know words adequate to express my thanks. You have literally both prolonged my life and made living it a lot more fun!"

— David Williams, California

"I'm a 54-year-old triathlete. I run, bike, and swim with my SEVEN. I've had my DexCom for a month now, and it has literally opened up a new world for me. I have more energy than I've ever had. There are many things I can do now, or do more aggressively than ever before. Despite hard use (running in 100 degree heat, swimming in the ocean, 3 showers a day), the SEVEN keeps going and lets me keep going ... all the old approaches to managing diabetes based on raw, isolated blood sugar measurements are now obsolete. Thanks so much for what you're doing. DexCom, you're working on a product that is dramatically improving people's lives, and I can't thank you enough."

— Mike, Alabama

"This product has been a life saver! I have been amazed on how accurate it is and its ability to alert me in advance of a trending up or down. There is a lot of information I have learned on how my body reacts to certain foods. I think anyone who is diabetic should have one of these... [the SEVEN] takes all this into account and gives you a more accurate trending and level. You do have to calibrate twice a day. But, the information you get from the DexCom [SEVEN] will help a diabetic lower the A1c and manage diabetes better. I hope this helps anyone that is on the fence and thinking about it."

— Greg, Texas

"I honestly think DexCom's CGM technology should be the first-line treatment for anyone with brittle/out-of-control diabetes or anyone without much rhythm or pattern in their life (or really anyone who has diabetes!). I love this thing. The accuracy has been good … and the trends are incredibly relevant and helpful in decreasing my highs and lows. I see the data as so useful. I'm sure there will be a noticeable improvement in my next A1c and the hypoglycemia has been limited as well."

— Sam, California

"I love the [SEVEN] meter. I have been able to maintain the best blood sugars of my diabetic life because I can see trends and take corrective action preemptively. I think this is a wonderful invention and I am delighted to be using it."

— Robert, Texas

"My experience with the DexCom CGM has been very positive. I began using the system in January 2008. While there was an initial period of adjustment, my control continues to improve each week. For one recent 7-day period, 77% of my glucose readings were under 130 mg/dL, 95% were under 160 mg/dL, and almost 99% were under 190 mg/dL. An equally compelling benefit is that CGM gives me the confidence to live a normal life without the fear of experiencing hypoglycemic reactions. I would recommend the DexCom system to anyone who is serious about managing their diabetes successfully."

— John, USA

"I am really thrilled about this. I have been out of control for a while, but this has me feeling hopeful about my diabetes for the first time in a long time! I'm ready! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!"

— Cindy, Texas

"I was having trouble regulating my blood sugars even with testing my blood 8 to 10 times a day, including 3 a.m. every morning, and my A1c was 8.9. My doctor suggested I give the SEVEN a try. I purchased the system and have been using it for the past 6 weeks. I went back to my doctor for a follow up, and my A1c is now 7.5! In just 6 weeks! My doctor could not believe it. She said it was nothing short of a miracle! I knew that I was improving my control over these few weeks but had no idea how much of an effect it actually had ... I was starting to lose hope that I could achieve and maintain that level long term. I encourage everyone to find out how they can also take advantage of this valuable tool to achieve greater control!"

— Michelle, Rhode Island

"Just wanted to thank you for getting me set up with the DexCom system yesterday. My wife has already mentioned how much safer she feels with the automatic monitoring for hypoglycemia — especially at night. Over the years, she's had her share of scares due to my various hypoglycemic experiences."

— Bill, Michigan