Amman: A charitable medical campaign kicked off at Al-Abdali Hospital on Saturday, during which continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) sensors were fitted free for 50 diabetic children in need, with their needs of insulin covered for three months.
According to Jordan News Agency, the initiative aims to provide this modern medical technology to children who cannot afford it, in order to improve disease management and prevent acute and chronic complications. The campaign is organized by endocrinologist and diabetes specialist Dr. Sima Kalaldeh and microsurgeon Dr. Amir Malkawi.
Dr. Kalaldeh expressed that the initiative stems from a deep belief in the right of every child with diabetes to receive the best possible medical care, irrespective of their financial situation. She explained that glucose sensors represent a significant improvement in the lives of children and their families, relieving them from repeated daily finger pricks and providing continuous tracking that allows for precise adjustments to treatment plans based on real-time data.
Dr. Kalaldeh noted that installing 50 sensors is a first step, with aspirations to expand the initiative in the future. These devices track and warn of severe fluctuations in blood sugar levels through early warning systems, protecting children from hospitalization risks.
Dr. Malkawi commented on the campaign as a practical embodiment of the social responsibility that doctors bear, emphasizing that diabetic complications on blood vessels can be serious. He added that the technology effectively aids in preventing or delaying complications by achieving better control over blood sugar levels.
The children and their families expressed gratitude for the initiative, highlighting that the device will mark the beginning of a more stable and reassuring life, sparing them from frequent finger pricks that can occur up to ten times a day.