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Medical device correction: FreeStyle Libre 3 (Abbott – December)
UPMC Health Plan·Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Endocrinology +1 more·Pharmacy
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Abbott has issued a medical device correction for certain FreeStyle Libre 3 sensors due to false low glucose readings that have resulted in 736 serious injuries and 7 deaths. Patients with affected sensors should stop using them immediately and request replacements through FreeStyleCheck.com.
Action Required
Immediately: Clinical staff should identify patients using FreeStyle Libre 3 sensors and advise them to check if their device is affected by visiting FreeStyleCheck.com with their sensor serial number. For affected devices, patients should stop use immediately, discard the sensor, and request free replacement from Abbott. Document all patient notifications in medical records and advise patients to use fingerstick glucose testing until replacement sensors arrive.