Campaigning
Right across the UK we campaign to fight diabetes. We campaign alongside those with or at risk of diabetes.We fight for better care for the millions of people living with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and to prevent the rise of Type 2.
Food Upfront petition
We're calling on the government to make food labelling clear, consistent and compulsory, and we need your help.
Flash Make it happen
Diabetes UK wants to see flash glucose monitoring available in every area across the UK. So that everyone who can benefit can get access to it.
Taking control
It’s important everyone can know more about their diabetes. But not everyone has access to diabetes education to give them the knowledge and confidence to manage their diabetes well. The Taking Control campaign aims to change this
Type 1 Diabetes: Make the Grade
Too many children with Type 1 diabetes aren’t getting the proper care they need at school. This isn’t good enough. Together we can help schools, the Government and healthcare professionals make the grade.
Putting Feet First
With record numbers of devastating amputations our campaign is fighting to improve care and reduce the number of people with diabetes suffering preventable amputations.
Testing Times
1 in 4 people have faced restrictions to test strips. This is dangerous and unnacceptable. We want to help people know their rights and challenge the restrictions.
15 Healthcare Essentials
The 15 healthcare essentials are the 15 basic health checks and services that everyone with diabetes – whether Type 1 or Type 2 – should receive from their healthcare team.
Type 1 Essentials
The Type 1 Essentials help parents to understand what good care looks like, and lets them know what to do if their child isn't getting the care they're entitled to.
4 Ts
The 4 Ts campaign aims to raise awareness of the four main symptoms of Type 1 diabetes: Toilet, Thirsty, Tired, Thinner.
Campaign with us
Want to help improve the lives of people with diabetes? Join us and thousands of others today to create positive change for people with and at risk of diabetes.
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