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Agenda announced for EDFN National Conference
The speakers who will taking part in this year’s online National Conference on April 21 have been revealed. A line-up of experts will discuss topics including the latest NHS Resolution report, the rol...
New diabetes webinar series to start with session on continuous glucose monitoring
A virtual event dedicated to continuous glucose monitoring will take place next month as part of a webinar series covering all aspects of diabetes care. A total of 11 “informative” webinars are set t...
Kidney problems prevented by SGLT2 inhibitors, research finds
People using SGLT2 inhibitors are nearly 40 per cent less at risk of developing acute kidney injury or kidney disease compared to individuals not taking the medication, latest evidence identifies. A ...
The management of ankle and hindfoot fractures in people with diabetes
A new article examines the special attention required in the management of ankle fractures among people with diabetes, to reduce the risk of complications and injury. Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Ng...
Entries sought for 2023 Rowan Hillson award
Healthcare professionals are being invited to enter a national competition showcasing excellence in inpatient diabetes care. The 2023 Rowan Hillson Inpatient Safety Award is open and the theme for thi...
Risk of heart failure among people living with diabetes and cancer reduced by using SGLT2 inhibitors
Individuals with diabetes and cancer who use SGLT2 inhibitors are less likely to develop heart failure than those not taking the FDA-approved drug, latest research published in the British Medical Jou...
Inpatient care of diabetic foot complications under the spotlight
The role of inpatient podiatry teams and their impact on outcomes has been examined in a new article in the Journal of Diabetes Nursing. Authors Joelle Baynham and Debbie Sharman, both Consultant Podi...
UK Diabetes Inpatient Network National Conference 2023 postponed
The annual online conference hosted by the UK Diabetes Inpatient Forum (UKDIF) has been postponed due to a clash with a similar event. Originally being held on Thursday, March 16, 2023, the CPD-accred...
Post-transplant patients do not incur worse DFU outcomes, new study says
Research into the outcomes of people with diabetic foot ulcer following kidney transplantation has found their outcomes are no worse than those who have not undergone a transplant, despite immunosuppr...