"Outrage and Anxiety as Leading Diabetes App Crashes"

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"Outrage and Anxiety as Leading Diabetes App Crashes"
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Users of the popular diabetes app, FreeStyle Libre, are expressing anger and fear after an update caused the app to stop working on some Apple devices. The app connects to a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) that allows people with Type 1 diabetes to monitor their blood sugar levels in real time. Abbott, the manufacturer of the device, has withdrawn the app from the App Store and stated that the issue only affects customers in the UK. The company is working on a solution and advises affected users to uninstall and reinstall the app. The incident has sparked concerns among users who rely on the technology for their wellbeing.

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