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The latest in high-tech and convenient devices

Quick-Fix Key Chain

The Quick-Fix Key Chain offers people with diabetes a way to manage their blood glucose levels and have easy access to glucose tablets in case of a hypoglycemic reaction. The key chain, made of durable plastic, holds up to four glucose tablets and fits most brands of tablets. It's refillable and fits in bags or backpacks. Quick-Fix, P.O. Box 14311, Monroe, La. 71207. www.quickfixkeychain.com

A1cNow InView

Metrika's A1cNow InView is a disposable glycated hemoglobin (A1C) test that can be used at home or in the exam room. It uses a small drop of blood to produce lab-accurate A1C results in 5 minutes, allowing for immediate, face-to-face counseling. The new A1cNow InView has a multiuse monitor with 10 single-use cartridges for testing and a large display for easy reading. The device simultaneously conducts two independent tests and compares them to ensure accuracy. Metrika, Inc., 510 Oakmead Pkwy., Sunnyvale, Calif. 94085. 408-524-2255. www.metrika.com

Insulin Helper

The Insulin Helper is designed to improve glycemic control and insulin management for people with diabetes. The Helper is a wallet-sized insulin-dosing chart, customized to fit each patient's insulin sensitivity and target blood glucose levels. The chart offers two sides—carbohydrate intake and insulin dosing. The Insulin Helper also is available in three versions: one for pump users, which computes values in tenths, the standard version for half units, and a larger print size. Mistebar Computer Consultants, Inc., 2201 Laramie Dr., Las Cruces, N.M. 88011. 1-888-809-0059. www.mistebar.com

Nutrihand Pro

The newest in the line of Nutrihand meal plans, the Pro is a free online health service that creates customized meal plans based on a person's health needs. More than 35,000 food items are available in the Pro database, including foods from fast-food chains and restaurants. Pro users also have access to other online food databases such as First Data-Bank and the Department of Agriculture. The Pro can create recipes and calculate nutritional values for a variety of patients, allowing primary care clinicians to better manage their patients' nutritional progress. Nutrihand, 465 Fairchild Dr., Mountain View, Calif. 94043. 650-564-9600. www.nutrihand.com

Virtual Tracker

The Virtual Tracker from HMD BioMedical securely uploads and transfers glucose meter readings over the Internet to a single database for a doctor's review. No computer is needed, just a telephone. Patients also can include notes on their glucose reading. HMD BioMedical, 8855 Grissom Pkwy., Titusville, Fla. 32780. 1-877-884-0616. http://hmdbiomed.com

Produce Partner

The Produce Partner Food Fan Guide is a unique guide to fresh vegetables designed to help people with diabetes or obesity follow dietary guidelines. Produce Partner comes with 32 vegetable cards joined at the base to open like a fan. Each 3x8 in card notes a vegetable's peak season, how to identify if it's ripe, herbs that go with it, simple recipes for at-home preparation, and ways to store and prepare the vegetable. "Quickflip" cooking guides also are available for dinner recipes and diabetes-healthy meals. Nutrition Connections, 174 Timber Lane, Boulder, Colo. 80304. 303-440-8946. www.nutritionconnections.com

SalivaSure

SalivaSure is a fast-acting, self-dissolving relief lozenge for dry mouth in people with diabetes. The lozenge moisturizes the mouth and freshens breath, using natural ingredients such as salt and fruit acids. The ingredients in the lozenge also protect teeth and dental tissue from decay, making it possible for people with diabetes to use the lozenge several times a day without side effects. SalivaSure does not interact with prescription medications. It is available in a pocket size flip-top box. Scandinavian Formulas, Inc., 140 E. Church St., Sellersville, Pa. 18960. 215-453-2507. www.scandinavianformulas.com

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