Diabetics in Cyprus using continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices have reported issues with sensor accuracy since early June, coinciding with a rise in temperatures, according to the Cyprus Diabetic Association (CDA).
“We’ve received complaints from diabetic patients about inaccurate CGM readings since June, particularly when temperatures climbed above 40 degrees Celsius,” said Antonis Mavrides, General Organiser of the CDA, speaking to Phileleftheros.
The CDA believes the extreme heat, coupled with high humidity in some areas, is causing sensor malfunction. “These devices aren’t designed for the extreme temperatures we’re experiencing this summer,” Mavrides explained.
In response, the CDA has issued recommendations to its members for managing CGM use in hot weather.
“For temperatures exceeding 35 degrees Celsius, we advise covering the sensor with a t-shirt sleeve or loose, non-metallic clothing to shield it from direct sunlight and heat,” said Mavrides.
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