Batteries in Diabetes Technology Devices and Recycling: Need for Eco-Design

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Injection of eco-design in diabetes therapy devices may improve battery recycling and usage regulations.

The focus on eco-design can significantly reduce battery waste in diabetes therapy devices, enhancing sustainability.
New regulations in the US and EU are shifting towards requiring battery recycling in medical products, which is crucial.
Current recycling programs for diabetes technology devices are limited to a few countries, highlighting the need for wider implementation.
A greener approach to diabetes therapy necessitates greater emphasis on reducing battery disposal and usage.

Heinemann et al. (2025) studied this question.

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