Insulin and Glucagon in the same pump? Explaining the Beta Bionics - Xeris partnership
05/21/24 • 38 min
This week, creating a bihormonal pump – using insulin and glucagon in one device - has been the goal of Beta Bionics since before the company even had that name. Now that they’ve launched the insulin-only version of their iLet, we’re getting an update on the dual chambered version. The big news is a new agreement with Xeris to supply that shelf-stable glucagon. But there are still a lot of questions. We’re talking to the CEOs of both companies.
This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider.
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This week, creating a bihormonal pump – using insulin and glucagon in one device - has been the goal of Beta Bionics since before the company even had that name. Now that they’ve launched the insulin-only version of their iLet, we’re getting an update on the dual chambered version. The big news is a new agreement with Xeris to supply that shelf-stable glucagon. But there are still a lot of questions. We’re talking to the CEOs of both companies.
This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider.
Find out more about Moms' Night Out - registration is open for Denver!
Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible!
Learn more about Gvoke Glucagon Gvoke HypoPen® (glucagon injection): Glucagon Injection For Very Low Blood Sugar (gvokeglucagon.com)
Check out VIVI Cap to protect your insulin from extreme temperatures
Learn more about AG1 from Athletic Greens
Drive research that matters through the T1D Exchange
The best way to keep up with Stacey and the show is by signing up for our weekly newsletter:
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Here's where to find us:
Learn more about everything at our home page www.diabetes-connections.com
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Inside the class-action lawsuit against insulin pricing, with Attorney Steve Berman
This week, talking with one of the lawyers bringing a class-action lawsuit against the insulin companies.. a lawsuit that has been inching forward since 2017. It was set to be settled for 500-million dollars and a four year price cap, but then judge said no. Attorney Steve Berman will talk about that last minute surprise, why he’s still going forward, and what he needs now from the diabetes community.
This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider.
My guest is Attorney Steven Berman from the firm Hagens (Haagens like Haagen Daas) Berman. Steve co-founded Hagens Berman in 1993 after his prior firm refused a fast food e coli case. That turned out to be the famous case against Jack in the Box, which resulted in a class action settlement and changed many food safety laws. He’s also been involved in cases against Big Tobacco and, as you’ll hear, other medical pricing lawsuits.
Learn more about the case and fill out the form to see if you're entitled to compensation here: https://www.hbsslaw.com/cases/insulin-overpricing#block-form-block-destination
Find out more about Moms' Night Out - registration is open for Denver!
Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible!
Learn more about Gvoke Glucagon Gvoke HypoPen® (glucagon injection): Glucagon Injection For Very Low Blood Sugar (gvokeglucagon.com)
Check out VIVI Cap to protect your insulin from extreme temperatures
Learn more about AG1 from Athletic Greens
Drive research that matters through the T1D Exchange
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Learn more about everything at our home page www.diabetes-connections.com
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Disney DAS pass changes, plus GlucosePath & Catalyst studies
Disney very recently made some changes to their Disability Access Services program – often referred to as a DAS pass at Disney World and Disney Land. We’re going to talk about why this happened, what it means for you, and what else is going on at Disney.
Note: this interview was taped BEFORE the changes took place.
More about Len Testa's Touring Plans here
More about the DAS changes here
We’re also spending some time talking about a new service for doctors called Glucosepath and about a new surprising study about cortisol and diabetes. I’ll also explain how these two guests can talk about all of these issues..
Len Testa is co host of the fabulous Disney Dish podcast and the creator of Touring Plans the app and service of The Unofficial Guides to Walt Disney World, Disneyland and Disney Cruise Line. Testa is all about the math of theme parks – his guides are there to maximize the magic as he says – to make your waits shorter and save money – and it’s all based on calculations from his team.
He teamed up with endocrinologist Dr. Bradly Eilerman to create GlucosePATH which uses computer science and clinical data to evaluate every possible treatment option, using data from the patient, FDA, and peer-reviewed journals, in just a few seconds.
Dr. Eilerman also talks about the Catalyst study which looks at people with type 2 diabetes and measures cortisol.
This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider.
Find out more about Moms' Night Out - registration is open for Denver!
Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible!
Learn more about Gvoke Glucagon Gvoke HypoPen® (glucagon injection): Glucagon Injection For Very Low Blood Sugar (gvokeglucagon.com)
Check out VIVI Cap to protect your insulin from extreme temperatures
Learn more about AG1 from Athletic Greens
Drive research that matters through the T1D Exchange
The best way to keep up with Stacey and the show is by signing up for our weekly newsletter:
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Learn more about everything at our home page www.diabetes-connections.com
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