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From using beta cell therapy to finding ways to help cells survive, to how weight stigma is linked to poorer health in people with diabetes, here are some of the diabetes research developments announced in January 2026.

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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 ...

30.08.2022

Our new Prime Minister must take diabetes seriously

Why it is vital that our government commits to improving diabetes care, and how you can help us influence...

25.08.2022

A Donkey Day and Vintage Gathering back at Parkgate

The popular Donkey Day and Vintage Gathering event at Parkgate is making a welcome return after taking a ...

25.08.2022

Walking challenge for 10-year-old girl from Newport with type 1 diabetes

Millie from Newport walked 30 miles to raise awareness and money for Diabetes UK Cymru.