News
Study reveals high amputation risk of people admitted to hospital with diabetic foot ulcer
Research into the outcomes for people admitted with diabetic foot ulcer to hospitals which serve an ethnically diverse population has revealed the high amputation risk – 44 per cent – among its mostly...
SGLT2 inhibitors improve outcomes in people with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease
The use of sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors was linked with lower risk of acute kidney injury for people with type 2 diabetes and stage five chronic kidney disease, research claims. Latest ev...
New guidance on improving foot care for people with dark skin
A handbook has been published by Diabetes Africa to provide essential information for healthcare professionals delivering foot care to people with diabetes who have dark skin tones. The guidance, Diab...
CDEP launches new learning disabilities, autism and diabetes topic
Health and social care staff are invited to complete a new CDEP module which focuses on improving care for people living with diabetes, autism and / or learning disabilities. People living with autis...
Renal failure associated with increased risk of diabetic foot ulcers, evidence finds
People living with renal failure are more at risk of developing diabetic foot ulcers, according to an expert who spoke at the Trend Diabetes National Conference 2024 last week. During her session, Pr...
Zegalogue approved by European CHMP for treating hypoglycaemia
Severe hypoglycaemia in people with diabetes could soon be treated by Zegalogue after the Committee for Medicine Products for Human Use (CHMP) has recommended granting marketing authorisation for the ...
New recommendations to improve end of life care for people with diabetes
Trend Diabetes has reviewed guidance and developed vital new resources to assist healthcare professionals in providing optimal care for individuals with diabetes in their final days of life. Endorsed ...
Healthcare professionals sought for new JBDS guidance on bariatric surgery
A diabetes inpatient group is inviting healthcare professionals to support the development of its new guideline on bariatric surgery. The Joint British Diabetes Societies (JBDS) for Inpatient Care is...
Deadline looms for prestigious inpatient award
The deadline for the annual Rowan Hillson Inpatient Safety Award is fast approaching, with the application process closing this week. Healthcare professionals who demonstrated excellence in diabetes c...