Dexcom Follow is an Android application developed by the eponymous company to help families, caregivers, and support networks. With this utility, users can follow the real-time glucose levels of their loved ones who use Dexcom Continuous Glucose Monitoring systems. Cloud-based sharing is supported.
Getting started
This companion app works with the Dexcom Share feature, part of the well-known CGM ecosystem. Its primary purpose is to let Sharers (the person using a Dexcom CGM) transmit their glucose data in real time to chosen Followers.
It is worth noting that for the correct use of this software, it is necessary to make some settings:
- the Sharer initiates sharing from within their app and sends an invitation to the Follower;
- the Follower accepts the invitation by downloading the utility and connecting to the Sharer;
- this connection allows the Follower to view the Sharer’s glucose levels.
Glucose level monitoring
So, the app provides users with up-to-the-minute blood sugar readings, statistics, and trends. Thus, caregivers can track changes and respond proactively if necessary. Please note that Followers can monitor up to 25 different Sharers simultaneously. Therefore, this option is ideal for school nurses, families with multiple diabetics, or community caretakers.
In addition, users can configure personalized thresholds for high and low-level warnings. Alerts arrive as push notifications. It is possible to connect across countries and regions.
Features
- is intended for families, caregivers, and support networks;
- helps users follow the real-time glucose levels of their loved ones;
- cloud-based sharing is provided;
- the app is free to download and use;
- compatible with current Android versions.
