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AN insulin pump service using artificial pancreas technolo- gy has been launched in Gozo, aimed at improving treatment and quality of life for children and young people living with Type 1 diabetes. The new service includes the Tandem t:slim X2, which works in synergy with Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) systems already provided by the Government through a €10 mil- lion investment. The integrated technology delivers automated and continuous insulin therapy, helping to stabilise blood glu- cose levels and reduce the risk of long-term complications. The initiative forms part of a nearly €2 million investment over two years in specialised equipment and staff training. A dedicated clinic has been estab- lished at Gozo General Hospital to support patients using the pumps, alongside a 24/7 con- tact centre offering advice and technical assistance. Health Minister Jo Etienne Abela said the launch marks an- other step forward in strength- ening diabetes care for Gozitan patients. Nine patients under the age of 18 are already benefiting from the system. The service has al- so been extended to individuals who develop diabetes following total pancreatic removal sur- gery. The Government's long-term objective is to widen the scheme to cover all patients living with Type 1 diabetes, with officials describing the investment as both a clinical advancement and a source of reassurance for families managing the condi- tion. SMALL IS BEAUTIFUL FRIDAY 27 FEBRUARY 2026 • ISSUE 085 • PUBLISHED EVERY FRIDAY gozotoday LAURA CALLEJA lcalleja@mediatoday.com.mt €1.00 CONTINUES PAGE 4 THE historic British barracks Fort Chambray have come under renewed scrutiny af- ter being placed on a short- list of Europe's seven most endangered heritage sites, a designation intended to draw attention to locations at risk and support preservation ef- forts. Speaking after the announce- ment, Calleja criticised the Planning Authority for approv- ing plans that would allow 85% of the barracks to be demol- ished as part of a wider redevel- opment. Insulin pump service launched in Gozo Europa Nostra lists Fort Chambray among Europe's most endangered JAMES DEBONO jdebono@mediatoday.com.mt