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How to Remove a FreeStyle Libre Sensor Gently | Type Strong

To remove a FreeStyle Libre 3 or FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor, Abbott says to “Pull up the edge of the adhesive that keeps your sensor attached to your skin”, then “Slowly peel away from your skin in o...

October 22, 2026

How Long Do Dexcom Sensors and Transmitters Last? G6, G7 and G7 15 Day

According to Dexcom, a Dexcom G7 sensor lasts up to 10 days plus a 12-hour grace period, and a Dexcom G7 15 Day senso...

October 22, 2026

Can You Shower or Swim With a FreeStyle Libre?

Yes, you can shower and swim with a FreeStyle Libre 2 or FreeStyle Libre 3, within Abbott’s limit. Abbott says the “S...

October 22, 2026

Where to Wear a FreeStyle Libre Sensor | Type Strong

Wondering where to put a FreeStyle Libre 3 sensor, or a FreeStyle Libre 2? Abbott, the company that makes the FreeSty...

October 22, 2026

Understanding the FreeStyle Libre Sensor - A Complete Guide - Type Strong

How Does FreeStyle Libre Work? The Sensor, the Needle and the Plus Sensors

FreeStyle Libre is a continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) system developed by Abbott, a company renowned for various d...

October 17, 2026

CGM placement guide: Where to wear your sensor for accurate readings

You can follow every instruction and still feel unsure about your numbers. Sometimes the issue is not your insulin, y...

October 14, 2026

CGM Patches for Sensitive Skin: Dexcom G6 and G7 Options That Won't Irritate

What to look for in a patch for sensitive skin Look for four things: a hypoallergenic adhesive, latex-free materials...

September 21, 2026

Sleeping with a CGM: What Happens When You Lie on It, and How to Stop It

Quick answer: yes, and here is what to expect Yes, you can sleep with a CGM sensor and patch on, and most nights it ...

September 21, 2026

How to Tell if Your CGM Patch is Causing a Reaction

How to tell what is causing it Check three things: where the redness sits, how quickly it appeared, and whether it it...

September 21, 2026

Strong enough for school, fun enough for holidays: CGM patch tips for kids

What keeps a CGM on a child A CGM stays on a child through three things working together: correct placement for their...

September 21, 2026

CGM Patches for Tennis | Keep Your Sensor Secure on Court

Whether you're playing social doubles, training for competition or competing in tournaments, tennis puts unique deman...

August 05, 2026

How Long Should a CGM Patch Last? What to Expect

How long a patch should last is one of those questions you don't think to ask until you need the answer. Usually that...

August 05, 2026

Wearing a CGM in Hot Weather: Does Extreme Heat Affect Your Readings, and How to Keep Your Sensor Secure

Summer brings beach days, holidays, outdoor exercise and plenty of sunshine. For people living with diabetes, however...

July 17, 2026

Wearing a CGM as an Elderly Adult: Fragile Skin, Easy Removal, and Help from a Carer

Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) are helping more older adults manage diabetes with greater confidence. Whether you...

July 17, 2026

Cardio vs Strength Training: Which Is Better for Blood Sugar?

If you’re living with diabetes and you move your body, you already know the deal: exercise helps, but it can also fee...

June 18, 2026

What are Type Strong patches

You apply your CGM, it feels secure, and you get on with your day. Then at some point it catches on something. A towe...

June 18, 2026

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