Dexcom Tries To Close Gap On Abbott in CGM

The continuous glucose monitoring space is expanding fast enough to accommodate two big players. Both Dexcom and Abbott recorded double-digit sales growth during the last quarter.

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Dexcom and Abbott are both racing to gain control of the continuous glucose monitor (CGM) market in 2023.

During Dexcom’s 27 July earnings call, CEO Kevin Sayer said, “Access to our products is expanding faster than at any...

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