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Tracy’s story: Knowing about type 1 diabetes earlier put us on the front foot - even if it wasn’t easy

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Diabetes led to my ongoing health problems

Bernard talks about how he copes with episodic strokes and believes diabetes is to blame for his ongoing health complications.Having been a Type 2 diabetic since the early 1980s, and since

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Carol's top tips from 100 things

Carol was in denial about her Type 2 diabetes for years, but is now training for a triathlon and determined to live a long happy life.

How did I get involved with Diabetes UK? I blame my Union

Arthur Smart, 67, who was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes in 2006, was named Diabetes UK’s East of England Volunteer of the Year in 2016. Arthur calculates that he might have had Type 2 di

As a Diabetes Champion, I can share what I've learnt about living with diabetes

Manjula was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes five years ago.

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In 2011, Diabetes UK funded a groundbreaking research trial at Newcastle University that aimed to mimic the effects of weight loss surgery using a less invasive approach and to clarify the mechanis

I wanted to do something unforgettable in memory of my Nan

Aaron's story So this year I decided to do something I would remember for the rest of my life, something I never thought I would have the guts to actually do but always thought would be a

A 20-year campaign to improve care for Type 2 diabetes

Ruth Waxman has been a diabetes healthcare campaigner since she was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes two decades ago. Her journey has included setting up and chairing a Diabetes UK local gr

' I have raised awareness of Diabetes UK and my health issues'

With the right attitude anything can be achieved

After a period of letting things slide and not looking after his diabetes, Spencer is now on top of his game. I have been living with Type 1 diabetes for 23 years now and though I do

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