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From new care recommendations for children and young people with early-stage type 1 to how hidden genetic risk could delay type 2 diabetes diagnosis for Black and South Asian men, here are some of the exciting diabetes research developments announced in October.

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27.10.2022

November Menopause Sessions

From Tuesday 1 November, Diabetes UK Northern Ireland will be hosting the first of five sessions discussi...

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24.10.2022

Let us know how we can help you during the cost-of-living crisis

We want to hear from you about how the cost-of-living crisis is affecting you day-to-day, and any impact ...

17.10.2022

Bollywood dance moves and treats raise more than £1,800 for Diabetes ...

A Ladies Afternoon Treat fundraising event held in Pinner last week in aid of Diabetes UK has raised more...

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13.10.2022

FreeStyle Libre 2 - James E's review (2022)

James self-funds the FreeStyle Libre 2 for his type 2 diabetes as he can't get it on prescription.

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13.10.2022

Martha: A day in the life of a Diabetes Specialist Nurse

Martha Stewart is a Diabetes Specialist Nurse (DSN) at University Hospitals Birmingham and a Senior Lectu...

12.10.2022

Samuel: A day in the life of a Clinical Professor

A professional view: Samuel Seidu (MBChB, PGCME, MSc, MD, FRCGP, FRCP (Edin)) is a Clinical Professor in ...

12.10.2022

Why people should be at the heart of diabetes services

Research shows us that every individual should be at the heart of their care. Dr Jemma Kwint, from the Na...

11.10.2022

Steel Magnolias: Theatre play in Northampton raises awareness and fund...

Psychologist and broadcaster, Audrey Tang, is directing, producing and starring in the play Steel Magnoli...

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05.10.2022

We're calling for new research into diabetes distress

We’ve partnered with the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Programme Grants for Appl...

04.10.2022

Flash glucose monitoring transforms lives of people with type 1 diabet...

Research funded by us has revealed the transformational impacts Flash glucose monitoring has on blood sug...

29.09.2022

Highlights from Europe’s largest diabetes conference (EASD)

Diabetes researchers from across the world shared their latest breakthroughs at this year’s annual Europe...

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23.09.2022

Our research at the EASD

This week, researchers from around the globe have been gathering in Stockholm for the European Associatio...

22.09.2022

Clinical guidelines for overweight and obesity in England updated

We welcome the latest NICE guidelines for obesity in England recommending healthcare professionals show g...

08.09.2022

Her Majesty the Queen - Diabetes UK pays tribute

Diabetes UK today pays tribute to our Patron, Her Majesty the Queen.

01.09.2022

Searching for clues on the origins of type 1 diabetes

Our researchers have been looking into whether stressed-out insulin-making cells in the pancreas can trig...

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01.09.2022

£5 million to build support programme for young people with type 1

We’re thrilled to announce an incredible £5 million donation from the Steve Morgan Foundation to develop ...