SIDEKICK MAKES THE GRADE

Florida-based Home DiagnosticsInc recently received astamp of approval fromGovernor Jeb Bush for itsdevelopment and FDA approval ofSidekick. The all-in-one blood glucosetesting system combines a vial of 50 teststrips with a glucose monitor built on top.

"Home Diagnostics has evolved itsbusiness into one of Florida's most compellingsuccess stories, and the launch ofthe Sidekick Diabetes Testing Systemstands as testimony to the strength andinnovation of Florida manufacturing andits ability to compete on an internationallevel,"stated Governor Bush.