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We take a look at some of the exciting diabetes research developments announced in August 2026, and what the findings could mean for people living with or affected by diabetes.

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04.05.2020

Five common questions on coronavirus, diabetes and food

Coronavirus is affecting normal life in many ways, including what we eat. So we’re putting your questions...

23.04.2020

We’re urging the Muslim community to stay safe and ‘fighting fit�...

Due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, it’s more important than ever to stay safe whilst celebrating Ra...

21.04.2020

Supporting the Muslim community in London during Ramadan

Take extra care this year, says Diabetes UK and Mosque leaders.

20.04.2020

Join a digital peer support group

People with diabetes in Scotland are encouraged to join new online groups run by Diabetes Scotland while ...

20.04.2020

Thanks for the song, Siobhan

Diabetes Scotland supporter Siobhan Smith has written and performed a song all about Diabetes UK while sh...

20.04.2020

Let’s get creative: send us your diabetes themed art

Many of us have a bit more time on our hands at the moment so this is an ideal opportunity to get creativ...

16.04.2020

Congratulations to our Inspire Award Nominees

We are delighted to reveal that there are 57 amazing volunteers and groups nominated for Diabetes Scotlan...

14.04.2020

We’re urging parents to be aware of diabetes symptoms during the cor...

We’re urging parents not to let coronavirus fears stop them from seeking medical help if they're worried ...

09.04.2020

Temporary service for people with diabetes launched by the Diabetes Ne...

The Diabetes Network in Northern Ireland launch a temporary helpline and email service for people with di...

03.04.2020

We're calling for applications for research into coronavirus (Covid-19...

In response to the unprecedented Covid-19 pandemic, we’re making £100,000 available for scientists to stu...

13.03.2020

We’re funding new research into diabetes and eating disorders

We’re getting two new research projects off the ground to improve how we care for people with diabetes an...

11.03.2020

Type 1 diabetes could be split into two separate subtypes, new researc...

Researchers funded by us have found that children who are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes under the age of...

11.03.2020

Diabetes UK announces new National Director for Northern Ireland

Here, at Diabetes UK Northern Ireland, we're excited to announce the appointment of Tina McCrossan as our...

09.03.2020

Video gamer from Skewen raised over £2000 for Diabetes UK Cymru in me...

Eric Taviner, 30 from Skewen, near Neath held a 24-hour sponsored gameathon in March, playing Apex Legend...

06.03.2020

Blackwood mum makes a splash for Diabetes UK Cymru

A mum of two from Blackwood is swimming the equivalent of the English Channel to raise vital funds for Di...

06.03.2020

Tywyn man swims equivalent of English Channel for Diabetes UK Cymru - ...

A man from Tywyn in Gwynedd is swimming 44 miles to raise vital funds for Diabetes UK Cymru. That’s twice...