Dexcom CGM and NHS Funding
Newly published guidelines from NICE (National Institute of Health and Care Excellence) now recommend that people with type 1 diabetes are offered a choice of glucose sensor, including real-time Continuous Glucose Monitoring (rt-CGM) systems by the NHS.1,2
Access to Dexcom real-time CGM systems can vary in different parts of the UK. Talk to your diabetes healthcare team to find out more about access and which product would work best for you.
Real-time Glucose Readings.
No finger pricks*. No scanning.
Exceptional Accuracy†
Better informed treatment desicions.‡
Intuitive features.
Customisable alerts.
Proven Results.
Lower HbA1C. More time-in-range.1-5
Find the Right Dexcom CGM for You
Whatever your diabetes needs are, we have a real-time CGM for you. Explore our range of products.
Discussing your choice of Dexcom CGM system with your Healthcare Professional
Identify goals
Identify your or your child’s treatment goals and what matters to you most. It could be you want to reduce your HbA1c, reduce frequent hypos or want to spend more time in range.
Decide what’s important
Different real-time CGMs to offer different functionalities. Before looking at the different options, it’s a good idea to consider what you want your CGM to do. For example, you might want one that has particular alarms and alerts, or one that can share your glucose information with someone else.§
Discover Real-time CGM
Discover the many benefits of real-time continuous glucose monitoring. Think about whether this is the right fit for you or your child and your lifestyle.
Which Dexcom CGM features could benefit you
Whether it is your initial GP appointment, or a consultation with a specialist there are a few things you can prepare in advance that will help you identify which Dexcom features could benefit you so you can get the most out of time with the healthcare professional. Below is a checklist that could benefit you.
- Real -time readings to a smart device† or receiver
- Zero finger pricks*,calibration or scanning
- Flexible wear locations
- Customisable alerts
- Predictive Urgent Low Soon alert
- Delay 1st alert
- Share glucose readings with others§
- Pump integration
- Glucose pattern and trend reports
- Data sharing with your healthcare team
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* Finger pricks required for diabetes treatment decisions if symptoms or expectations do not match readings.
† Dexcom G6, Dexcom G7, and Dexcom ONE User Guides
‡ Discuss with your HCP on how to use CGM information to manage diabetes.
§ Internet connectivity required for data sharing. Following requires the use of the Follow App. Followers should always confirm readings on the Dexcom App or Receiver before making treatment decisions
1 Type 1 diabetes in adults: diagnosis and management. NICE guideline [NG17]. https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng17
2 Diabetes (type 1 and type 2) in children and young people: diagnosis and management. NICE guideline [NG18]. https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng183 Beck RW, et al. JAMA. 2017;317(4):371-378.
4 Welsh, JB et al. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2019;21(3).
† Dexcom G6, Dexcom G7, and Dexcom ONE User Guides
‡ Discuss with your HCP on how to use CGM information to manage diabetes.
§ Internet connectivity required for data sharing. Following requires the use of the Follow App. Followers should always confirm readings on the Dexcom App or Receiver before making treatment decisions
1 Type 1 diabetes in adults: diagnosis and management. NICE guideline [NG17]. https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng17
2 Diabetes (type 1 and type 2) in children and young people: diagnosis and management. NICE guideline [NG18]. https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng183 Beck RW, et al. JAMA. 2017;317(4):371-378.
4 Welsh, JB et al. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2019;21(3).