FDA warns that missed diabetes alerts on smartphones could cause serious health risks.


FDA warns that missed diabetes alerts on smartphones could cause serious health risks.

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FDA warns that missed diabetes alerts on smartphones could cause serious health risks.

Some people with diabetes use apps on their phones to help manage their blood sugar. These apps can send important alerts, but the alerts might not work right if the phone settings are changed.

The FDA says people have gotten very sick because they missed alerts from their diabetes apps. Some people even died because their blood sugar got too low and they didn't know.

The FDA is worried about apps that work with devices like glucose monitors and insulin pumps. These devices are important for keeping blood sugar levels safe.

The FDA says people should make sure their phone settings don't block alerts from their diabetes apps. They should also check that the alerts can still be heard after connecting the phone to new devices.

The FDA is working with companies that make diabetes apps to make sure they are safe. They want to make sure people know how to use the apps safely and that the alerts work properly.


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What do some people with diabetes use to manage their blood sugar?

Some people with diabetes use apps on their phones.

Why is the FDA worried about diabetes apps?

The FDA is worried because people have gotten very sick or even died from missing alerts from their diabetes apps.

What should people check to ensure their diabetes app alerts work?

People should check that their phone settings don't block alerts and that they can still hear the alerts after connecting to new devices.


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