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Experts urge caution against overemphasis on type 2 diabetes remission
Current thinking around type 2 diabetes remission needs to be re-examined to improve patient outcomes, researchers behind a ground-breaking new report have said. An international team of diabetes expe...
Type 1 diabetes early detection under the spotlight at first ever summit
Diabetes specialists came together to share research and knowledge at the inaugural Type 1 Diabetes Early Detection Summit earlier this month. The two-day event in Birmingham saw world-renowned exper...
Stroke survivor regains independence thanks to simple diabetes innovation
A simple device has helped transform the life of 63-year-old Maureen, a stroke survivor who was left dependent on district nurses for daily insulin injections. With limited use of her right side, Maur...
New anthem from girl band raises awareness of type 1 diabetes after research highlights silent struggle
Four talented teens living with autoimmune type 1 diabetes (aT1D) have come together to form a girl band named “1Type”, Sanofi and Stagecoach Performing Arts have announced. In response to new researc...
Spirit Health launches annual training award to recognise contributions to diabetes care
Spirit Health has launched its new Training Excellence Award, celebrating healthcare professionals who go above and beyond to support people living with diabetes through education and training. The fi...
New continuous glucose monitoring comparison chart now available
An easy-to-understand, evidence-based comparison chart for continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems is available to help people with diabetes find the most suitable option for their needs. The Diab...
FreeStyle Libre® associated with reduced hospitalisations for heart complications in people with diabetes
The FreeStyle Libre® continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) technology is associated with a significant reduction in the risk of hospitalisation for heart complications in people with diabetes. For the f...
New DSN Forum UK resources released
Diabetes specialist nurses can now access online ‘how to’ guides to learn new tips and improve the care they offer to those living with diabetes. Developed by the DSN Forum UK, these resources offer...
‘Game-changing’ artificial pancreas app now available on iOS in the UK
A cutting-edge, adaptive hybrid closed-loop app designed to simplify life for people with type 1 diabetes is now available on iOS smartphones across the UK. CamDiab, in collaboration with Ypsomed, has...