One Drop presents research on health equities, CGM adoption 

NEW YORK - There was a significant connection between having a higher cumulative risk for health inequities and higher engagement with One Drop's educational content, according to new research the company presented at the 82nd Scientific Sessions of the American Diabetes Association. Findings suggest that at-risk individuals with Type 2 diabetes may fill the gaps left by inadequate access to quality health care and systemic discrimination by using digital health solutions. "At One Drop, we have a unique opportunity to address health inequity in our research," said Steven Imrisek, MA, first author and senior outcomes researcher at One Drop. "The trends that emerged in the present survey study are an encouraging sign that digital health tools like One Drop have the potential to substantially impact underserved populations who may have limited access to health care services or experience discrimination due to race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status and other factors. We intend to continue investing in inclusive and equitable research processes to help ensure those with the greatest need can realize the benefits of our precision health approach." One Drop's team presented two additional studies examining people with Type 2 diabetes, one on awareness and attitudes toward cardiovascular disease risk and the other on continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) attitudes and adoption. On attitudes and adoption, 90% of respondents in a mixed-method study were familiar with the technology and most were open to adoption. Their reasons for openness included valuing regular feedback, relief from blood glucose monitor (BGM) fingersticks, convenience and improved diabetes management. Still, 83% had never tried CGM, mirroring national statistics for T2Ds, with a subset expressing concerns about insurance coverage and costs.