Using Your Dexcom CGM System
Calibration and Accuracy Issues
Can I calibrate Dexcom G7?
Calibration is not required. If you want to calibrate, you can log it as an event within the G7 App.
Common Activities with Dexcom CGM
Can I get Dexcom G7 wet?
Once inserted, the sensor is waterproof up to 2.4 meters. The receiver is not.
Can I wear Dexcom G7 through airport security or while flying?
You can wear your Dexcom G7 sensor when going through walk-through metal detectors and Advanced Imaging Technology (AIT) body scanners.
Using the Dexcom CGM App
Are there any changes to alerts for Dexcom G7 compared to Dexcom G6?
Dexcom G7 has new alert sounds and sound options.
Activity Logging
How do I get activity data into my Dexcom G7 App?
Your Dexcom G7 app can be connected to Apple Health or Google Health Connect to access data from the apps and devices you use to track your activity.
What apps and devices are compatible with Apple Health and Health Connect?
Apple Health is compatible with a wide variety of activity and fitness apps including Apple Watch, Garmin Watch, Oura Ring, Strava, and Peloton.
How do I navigate to Health Connect?
First, check the G7 App’s Health Connect connections “details page” to verify that the G7 app has permissions to sync the data you are looking for.
What is Activity Logging?
Activity logging is a way to get data from other activity tracking apps and devices into G7 through Apple Health / Health Connect.