New AI App Helps Patients with Diabetes

Today, more than 38 million Americans are living with type 2 diabetes.When it comes to treatment, experts say one size doesn’t fit all. Managing the condition often requires a combination of medication, lifestyle changes, and constant monitoring of blood sugar levels. Now, a new study suggests a promising tool could help patients in real time. Researchers found that continuous glucose monitors—small devices that track blood sugar throughout the day—may allow patients and their doctors to better tailor treatments to individual needs.

These monitors provide instant feedback, helping patients see how diet, exercise, and medication directly impact their blood sugar. Experts say that kind of information could empower patients to make healthier choices and avoid dangerous spikes and crashes. It’s an approach that could not only improve quality of life but also reduce the risk of long-term complications like heart disease, kidney failure, and nerve damage. Mandy Gaither reports.