Dexcom falls after warning stolen glucose sensors sold to patients

DexCom

26/05/2026 14:54

** Shares of medical device maker Dexcom DXCM.O slipped 2.3% to $70.43, snapping a six-day gaining streak
** The firm says some of its glucose sensors meant for disposal were stolen and sold by third parties
** Dexcom warns patients not to use sensors from the affected batches and to seek replacements
** Some of the stolen sensors may cause skin infections or fail to give readings - Dexcom
** Adds that it is working with regulators to investigate and says no serious harm is reported
** The issue involves Dexcom's G7 continuous glucose monitoring sensors
** As of last close, stock up 8.6% YTD

 (Reporting by Kamal Choudhury in Bengaluru)
 ((Kamal.Choudhury@thomsonreuters.com;))