Bayer introduces two wireless blood glucose meters in Europe

TARRYTOWN, N.Y. Bayer Healthcare on Monday announced in Europe the introduction of two new wireless blood glucose meters, the results of which will be able to be transmitted wirelessly to the patients’ insulin pump or the hospital’s central data processing system.

"The addition of these two wireless meters—Contour Pro and Contour Link—to our business has given us a new strategic focus," stated Dr. Roberto Parotelli, head of the European Diabetes Care Division of Bayer HealthCare. "Their complimentary features will make a significant contribution to improving safety for people with diabetes."

The new systems will be launched in selected markets in various European countries in the coming months, the company announced.