Hedia Expands Digital Diabetes Care Solutions for Children and Teens

Hedia's New Milestone in Pediatric Diabetes Care

Hedia, a Danish health tech company, has achieved a significant milestone by obtaining the new MDR (Medical Device Regulation) certification. This allows them to expand their innovative digital diabetes support services to include children and young adults under the age of 18. Previously, their services were limited to individuals aged 18 and older, thereby paving the way for parents, guardians, and caregivers to effectively use the Hedia Diabetes Assistant for monitoring and managing diabetes for young patients.

Improving Daily Life for Families with Diabetes

For families dealing with type 1 diabetes in children, this new certification means a better everyday experience and a more collaborative approach to treatment. Hedia’s new features will be available within the company's app and will be integrated into partner health platforms, creating a seamless workflow for healthcare providers. This integration is crucial, as it ensures that parents and caregivers can easily manage care and treatment alongside medical professionals.

Moreover, this regulatory approval signals new opportunities for flexible insulin therapies specifically tailored for younger patients. The app will facilitate significant data sharing, making it easy to connect with continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), smart pens, smartwatches, and other digital health platforms. This advancement is designed to enhance the quality of care that children with diabetes receive.

Quotes from Leadership

Rasmus Kofoed, CEO of Hedia, expressed his enthusiasm for the new direction the company is taking. He noted, "With this approval, we can broaden our focus to pediatric wards in hospitals and dedicated teams that manage the care of children and teens. Managing diabetes in younger populations demands precision, flexibility, and security. By removing the age limit and obtaining approval for broader support in equipment and treatment forms, we can link clinics and families together more closely. Our goal is to simplify access to data for healthcare professionals, caregivers, and patients, making day-to-day management easier, safer, and more consistent."

Bridging the Gap Between Home and Professional Care

Hedia aims to bridge the treatment provided at home, the data generated from medical devices, and the follow-up consultations from health clinics. By doing so, Hedia intends to lighten the burden on families managing diabetes while promoting more stable blood sugar levels. The development and rollout of these exciting new features are set to begin shortly.

About Hedia

Founded in 2016, Hedia focuses on developing digital health solutions that assist adults, children, and families managing insulin-dependent diabetes. The Hedia Diabetes Assistant calculates insulin doses based on blood sugar data sourced from connected CGMs, traditional blood glucose monitors, smart pens, and carbohydrate counts through an integrated food database, alongside supporting physical activity. Hedia collaborates with healthcare professionals, treatment teams, and digital health partners to improve diabetes management through data-driven and connected care.

For further information, visit Hedia’s official website.