5 things every patient needs to know
Don’t skip these 5 key discussion points with new patients when starting FreeStyle Libre systems.
All you need for effective training to get your patients off to a great start.
You can always return to this page with patients to keep them on the path to progress, or when you want to improve your expertise at your own pace.
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FreeStyle Foundations is here to help you do just that.
Learn about the care team resources designed to help you train your patients with confidence. All you need to do the job is here, all in one place.
Keep these key downloadable tools on hand to get your patients started. Then share them with patients to reinforce your training.
5 things every patient needs to know
Don’t skip these 5 key discussion points with new patients when starting FreeStyle Libre systems.
FreeStyle Libre 3 Getting Started Guide
Everything your patients need to know to get the most out of the FreeStyle Libre 3 system.
FreeStyle Libre 2 Getting Started Guide
All the info patients need to know when starting the FreeStyle Libre 2 system.
Help your patients master the basics. These videos make it easy to get started. Then walk them through features like customized alarms* and data sharing†—tools that make glucose management even more personal.
Smartphone Compatibility Guide
Confirm which smartphones‡ are compatible with the FreeStyle Libre 3 system.
Comprehensive Clinical Guide
A thorough overview for healthcare providers, from applying sensors to leveraging data, and everything in between.
Sensor Compatibility Guide
Confirm which app‡ is compatible with the FreeStyle Libre 3 sensor.
LibreView# Quick Start Guide
Easy-to-follow instructions for patients to share their glucose data directly with physicians.
Put your patients on the right path with how-tos that take them through everything they need to know. Sensor application, getting glucose readings, customizing alarmsll, you name it.
Access these quick, downloadable tools now—or save them for later.
Sensor Compatibility Guide
Confirm which app¶ is compatible with the FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor.
Smartphone Compatibility Guide
Confirm which smartphones¶ are compatible with the FreeStyle Libre 2 system.
LibreView# Quick Start Guide
Easy-to-follow instructions for patients to share their glucose data directly with physicians.
A free patient support program to guide them through their entire journey. Empower them with onboarding support and ongoing guidance even after they leave your office.
Abbott and WeightWatchers (WW) connected experience††
FreeStyle Libre systems data¶‡‡§§ can now be shared within the WW app†† to provide you and your patients insights to inform healthy choices.
Patients can:
Learn how food and activity impact glucose levels
Get enhanced patient support
FreeStyle Hospital Discharge Program
This complimentary program provides hospitals with sensor starter kits to help patients manage their diabetes following discharge.
Each patient’s starter kit includes:
One FreeStyle Libre 3, FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus, or FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor
Getting Started Guide
Follow-up Rx for sensor
This quick survey will help us strengthen this training. We appreciate your feedback!
Medicare and other payor criteria may apply.
* Notifications will only be received when alarms are turned on and the sensor is within 33 feet unobstructed of the reading device. You must enable the appropriate settings on your smartphone to receive alarms and alerts, see the appropriate FreeStyle Libre 3 User’s Manual for more information.
† The user’s device must have internet connectivity for glucose data to automatically upload to LibreView and to transfer to connected LibreLinkUp app users.
‡ The FreeStyle Libre 3 app is only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Please check our website for more information about device compatibility before using the app.
§ The LibreLinkUp app is only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Please check www.librelinkup.com for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Use of the LibreLinkUp app requires registration with LibreView. LibreLinkUp is not intended to be used for dosing decisions. The user should follow instructions on the continuous glucose monitoring system. LibreLinkUp is not intended to replace self-monitoring practices as advised by a physician.
ll Notifications will only be received when alarms are turned on and the sensor is within 20 feet unobstructed of the reading device. You must enable the appropriate settings on your smartphone to receive alarms and alerts, see the appropriate FreeStyle Libre 2 User’s Manual for more information.
¶ The FreeStyle Libre 2 app is only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Please check our website for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Use of the FreeStyle Libre 2 app requires registration with LibreView.
# The LibreView data management software is intended for use by both patients and healthcare professionals to assist people with diabetes and their healthcare professionals in the review, analysis and evaluation of historical glucose meter data to support effective diabetes management. The LibreView software is not intended to provide treatment decisions or to be used as a substitute for professional healthcare advice.
** FreeStyle Libre 2 and FreeStyle Libre 3 apps and their respective readers have similar but not identical features. Fingersticks are required for treatment decisions when you see Check Blood Glucose symbol and when your glucose alarms and readings from the system do not match symptoms or expectations.
†† The WW and FreeStyle Libre 3, FreeStyle Libre 2, FreeStyle Libre 14 day connected experience is compatible with certain mobile operating systems. Please check the Apple App Store or Google Play Store for more information about WW app operating system requirements.
‡‡ The app can capture data from the sensor when it is within close proximity of the sensor. The proximity and orientation of the antenna in phones varies and the phone will have to be moved around to find the best position for scanning the sensor.
§§ The user's device must have internet connectivity for glucose data to be shared with the WW app.
IIII Based on 6-month multicenter trial results from WW diabetes-tailored plan without CGM. Funded by WW International, Inc.
Reference: 1. Data on file. Abbott Diabetes Care, Inc.
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FreeStyle Libre 14 day, FreeStyle Libre 2 and FreeStyle Libre 3 systems: Failure to use FreeStyle Libre systems as instructed in labeling may result in missing a severe low or high glucose event and/or making a treatment decision, resulting in injury. If glucose reading and alarms (if enabled) do not match symptoms or expectations, use a fingerstick value from a blood glucose meter for treatment decisions. Seek medical attention when appropriate or contact Abbott at 855‑632‑8658 or FreeStyleLibre.us for safety info.
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