Boehringer has a fine reputation for accuracy, and this new product is eagerly awaited. Be sure to follow all guidelines for reimbursement. For many monitors, the hardware is already in place, and adding speech compatibility should be a simple process. The National Federation of the Blind urges manufacturers to go the rest of the distance, and make talking versions of their monitors available to those diabetics who need and want them. Some folks don't bleed enough.
Warm water stimulates the flow of blood to the fingers.
A slightly longer lancet, with deeper penetration, may help some. This will help cause the finger to become engorged with blood. Hold the rubber band down with the thumb while lancing. Remove the band as soon as you lance. Some folks bleed fast, and may lose the blood off the finger before they're ready.