Unlocking Access to Digitally Enabled Diabetes Care: The Case for a Better Type 2 Diabetes Ecosystem in Europe

Unlocking Access to Digitally Enabled Diabetes Care: The Case for a Better Type 2 Diabetes Ecosystem in Europe, is MedTech Europe’s latest report on access to digitally enabled care for  individuals with Type 2 Diabetes across Europe. This in-depth analysis, developed through extensive collaboration with key stakeholders in the diabetes field, offers a nuanced exploration of the multifaceted challenges preventing millions of Europeans with Type 2 Diabetes from accessing crucial digital tools and solutions for effective condition management.

The report meticulously examines the intricate web of systemic, policy-related, and educational barriers impeding access to digital technologies, devices, apps, and services in diabetes care. By delving into these obstacles, it provides a clear picture of the current landscape and its shortcomings.

Building on this analysis, the report presents a series of actionable, evidence-based recommendations aimed at enhancing digital diabetes care and improving management strategies for both individuals and healthcare systems in the coming years. These recommendations are designed to address the identified barriers and leverage the potential of digital solutions in diabetes care.

With this report, MedTech Europe ambitions to chart a clear, actionable path forward for the diabetes community and policymakers. By providing this roadmap, we aim to catalyse efforts to address the growing challenge of Type 2 Diabetes in Europe, with more than 55 million Europeans living with the condition today and rising case numbers.

The report serves as a call to action, urging stakeholders to collaborate in harnessing the power of digital health technologies to improve outcomes, reduce healthcare burdens, and enhance the quality of life for millions of Europeans living with Type 2 Diabetes.

Read the full report below.