Closed petition Provide funding so all type 1 diabetics can receive Flash or CGM

Closed on 30 September 2021

The Government should provide the NHS with funding to cover ‘Flash’ or Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) devices for all Type 1 diabetics. Currently these devices are only used by around 20% of type 1 diabetics and funding can vary depending on where you live.

These devices improve blood glucose control which in turn can prevent long-term complications such as sight loss, limb amputation, kidney disease, stroke and circulatory issues to name but a few. All of these complications cost the NHS significant amounts of money and cause those suffering from complications to require ongoing care and support at a great cost. These devices inform the users to make appropriate medical and lifestyle choices which increase wellbeing and decrease health needs.