The federal government is warning to the public about potential safety concerns with the FreeStyle Libre 3 continuous glucose monitoring system. This same device has experienced recalls in several countries, including the United States. Abbott, the device’s manufacturer, does acknowledge that the FreeStyle Libre 3 remain available in Canada. Additionally, they claimed that it isn’t affected by any recalls in the nation.
Health Canada has assured us that there have been no adverse events or deaths reported related to the FreeStyle Libre 3 in Canada. As it happens, this announcement comes right around the time that alert. This should help assuage any fears that Canadian users of the product might have. The FreeStyle Libre 3, also referred to as the FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus Sensor Kit, is designed for continuous glucose monitoring to assist individuals managing diabetes.
We applaud Health Canada for making consumer safety a top priority! They enumerated model and serial numbers of affected FreeStyle Libre 3 products on their recall Web site. Refer to this list to determine if your device is covered by recalls currently available in other countries. That’s why we urge every user to have their product crash test to ensure its safety.
Abbott says the safety of the FreeStyle Libre 3 is assured in Canada. This promise arrives despite recalls that are still happening in other sectors. As always, the company emphasizes that it will continue to monitor the situation and provide truthful and non-misleading information to health care professionals and patients.
The FreeStyle Libre 3 has become a favorite among those living with diabetes. With the convenience of accuracy at every turn, tracking glucose levels has never been easier! Many users rely on this technology for daily monitoring, making it essential for Abbott and Health Canada to maintain transparency regarding safety and product status.
