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Beyond 2020 vision

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By Dave Sheppard, Florence Joffroy-Black, George I’ons, Del R. Lawson
| Today's Medical Developments Verified
PHOTO COURTESY OF 3M Skin is a tricky substrate, making the wearable device design process notoriously challenging. The skin of diabetic patients requires even greater attention, as the condition often leads to loss of elasticity, dryness, thickening, and increased susceptibility to infection. Adhesive technology innovations can minimize challenges associated with diabetic devices, such as continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), insulin pumps, blood glucose test strips, and other diabetic devices.
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Avoiding a Sticky Situation: Importance of Selecting the Optimal Adhesive for Your Medical Device Design Project

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By Del R. Lawson, Tony Kaufman
| MedTech Intelligence
One of the most problematic oversimplifications that can happen when designing a wearable medical device is “tape is tape.” It’s a thought that might be passable in everyday life, but when the product you’re designing will eventually be used to make critical health decisions, that mindset could have adverse effects. The reality is that adhesive plays a critical role in the overall success of your device.
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Adhesives: Enabling the Future of Wearable Medical Devices

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By Tony Kaufman, Del R. Lawson
| Machine Design Verified
The wearable medical device market has experienced tremendous growth in recent years. Consumers and patients alike want to have more control of their health by utilizing the data collected in real-time by wearable devices. For some, these devices are used to track steps, calories, and amount of sleep to reach their health or fitness goals. For others, the devices are used to monitor and manage a chronic illness, like diabetes.
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