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About us

We are the largest charity in the UK devoted to the treatment and care of people with diabetes - to improve the quality of life for people with the condition.

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Could you be our Get Serious champion?

Diabetes UK has launched a competition to find the Get Serious Champion 2010.

How we help

Financial, legal and care services through to local support groups and lively magazines.

Get involved

You can choose from fundraising and campaigning to volunteering events in your area.

Become a Supporting Member of Diabetes UK

Join an active community of passionate supporters. Take part in debates, read blogs and share ideas in our exciting new members-only area of the website.

Position statements

Read about Diabetes UK's stand on a range of different aspects of diabetes care.

Online Communities

Take a look at our online communities.

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Subscribe to the Diabetes UK e-newsletter

Providing up-to-date and interesting information about diabetes and Diabetes UK straight to your inbox.

Tell us your stories

Now you've read all about us, we want to hear about you. We are looking for people who are willing to share their diabetes stories on this website, to help or inspire others.

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