The Need to Transition From Paper to Electronic Instructions for Use for Diabetes Devices

The need to transition from paper to electronic instructions for use for diabetes devices

Regulatory agencies, such as the European Commission and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, are now permitting electronic instructions for use (eIFUs) to be distributed alongside paper instructions for use (IFUs) for medical devices. However, challenges remain regarding the implementation of eIFUs to replace paper IFUs in the era of digital health. Our work examines regulatory, consumer, and environmental factors that influence the transitio…

Medtronic unveils "MiniMed" as name for separated Diabetes unit

The MiniMed 780G automated insulin delivery system with the Simplera Sync CGM. [Image courtesy of Medtronic]Medtronic (NYSE:MDT) announced today that it selected “MiniMed” as the name for its Diabetes unit following its planned separation. The medtech giant announced last month that it planned to separate the Diabetes unit. The move sought to create “a more focused Medtronic” with a more simplified portfolio in high-margin growth markets. At the…

Medtronic announces MiniMed as name for planned New Diabetes Company

GALWAY, Ireland, June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Medtronic plc (NYSE: MDT), a global leader in healthcare technology, today announced MiniMed as the name for the planned New Diabetes Company following the intended separation. The name honors the company's roots, reflecting…

Medtronic Announces MiniMed As Name For Planned New Diabetes Company - Medical Device News Magazine

The name honors the company's roots, reflecting its original name prior to its acquisition by Medtronic in 2001, and a deep 40-year history of being at the forefront of transforming diabetes care around the world.