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New diabetes nursing course launches
The DSN Forum UK and Swansea University have launched a new course to help nurses improve their diabetes knowledge and skills. Entitled ‘An Introduction to Diabetes Nursing’, this CPD-accredited cours...
Updated NHS England guidance on managing diabetes during pregnancy now available
New guidance from NHS England on managing pre-existing diabetes during pregnancy has been released. Version three of Saving Babies’ Lives — a national initiative to reduce stillbirths and early neonat...
World-first non-invasive wearable diabetes monitor being developed with EU funding boost
A Welsh business is developing a potentially revolutionary way of managing diabetes after receiving funding from the world’s largest research collaboration programme. Afon Technology Ltd is working on...
Diabetes expert receives European prize for lifetime contribution to research
A leading Exeter diabetes researcher has been internationally recognised for his work improving care for people living with diabetes. Andrew Hattersley CBE was awarded the 57th European Association fo...
‘Game-changing’ glucose monitor wins international award for a second time
A leading Welsh innovator in healthcare technology is celebrating once again after its innovative non-invasive blood glucose monitoring device received a prestigious European accolade for the second t...
Rybelsus® reduces cardiovascular events in adults with type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular or chronic kidney disease
Rybelsus® (semaglutide tablets, 14mg) reduced the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events in adults with type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease and/or chronic kidney disease. Novo Nordisk pre...
Entries sought for Rowan Hillson Award 2025
Healthcare professionals are invited to enter a national competition showcasing the ‘very best’ in inpatient diabetes care. The Rowan Hillson Inpatient Diabetes Award 2025 is now open to applications,...
New continuous glucose monitor launches in the UK
A new ‘next-generation’ continuous glucose monitor (CGM) by Chinese manufacturing giant Yuwell is now available in the UK. Launched on Wednesday, May 14, the Yuwell Anytime CGM is set to transform the...
New CareSens Air continuous glucose monitor transforms diabetes management for busy mum
A busy mum with type 1 diabetes says the revolutionary CareSens Air continuous glucose monitor (CGM) has given her the freedom to manage her condition effortlessly. As one of the first people to trial...