Health Awareness
Diabetes
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Finger prick tests were disruptive and always painful
I was first diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes when I was 17 months old. One of the biggest challenges of having diabetes, for me, used to be checking my blood glucose levels at least eight times a day by finger prick, which always left my fingers very sore. Checking my glucose levels, also known as...
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One in ten people are living with diabetes
The global increase of diabetes prevalence is a major wake-up call. The huge social-economic impact of the condition cannot be ignored. Acting now will protect individuals and their families. New figures released today to mark World Diabetes Day estimate that the number of people with diabetes globally will increase to 578 million over the next...
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Tim’s journey with diabetes-related foot ulcers
Tim Newman was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at 14 years old. Despite managing his diabetes, he had to face complications caused by diabetes, including foot ulcers. Tim Newman, 49 years old, is a company director. His journey with diabetes started on his 14th birthday. Despite doing his best to keep active and manage his...
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Henry Slade: my Type 1 diabetes doesn’t stop me playing international rugby
Twenty-six-year-old International rugby player, Henry Slade, developed Type 1 diabetes at the age of 18 – but doesn’t let it affect his performance on the pitch. Slade has now adapted to life with diabetes. However, there was a moment he thought his career may have to come to a premature end because of his diagnosis....
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Astrid Probst, Nurse, Specialist Wound Management, Nursing Board Member Oedema is a major factor in the delayed wound healing of diabetic foot ulcers (DFU). Only negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) has been proven to be effective in reducing this oedema – until now. Why do we need NPWT alternatives? The management of oedema is a...
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“The majority of care for Type 1 is self-care”
While tech devices offer people with Type 1 diabetes new management tools, knowledge is still your best friend, says this patient advocate.
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Three steps to help avoid Type 2 diabetes
Boosting your activity levels and eating healthily will help you fight type 2 diabetes. Here's some tips to increase your chances of success.
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Fashion with a life-changing purpose
Natalie Balmain is using fashion designs to raise awareness of diabetes and help those with the condition to feel more confident.
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Misunderstandings about Type 1 diabetes are an additional challenge
Ignorance about the causes of Type 1 are faced by those with the condition all too often. These misunderstandings can make living with diabetes even tougher.
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Urban planning to reduce diabetes rates
"We must raise awareness of the importance of a healthy diet and physical activity, and incorporate healthy environments into urban planning."
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All women with diabetes deserve the right to a healthy future
There are currently over 204 million women living with diabetes; a total that is projected to increase to 308 million by 2045.
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Small wounds can cause death in diabetes patients
For people with diabetes a small, undetected foot wound can quickly lead to infection, amputation and even death. Better wound care and new therapies can save lives.
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What people with diabetes want for the future
Diabetes affects more than 4.5 million people in the UK, more than any other serious health condition. The number of people living with diabetes is rising fast and one person is diagnosed every two minutes.
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NHS calls time on Type 2 diabetes, helping those at highest risk
Diabetes costs around 10% of the NHS budget and it is a leading cause of sight loss and lower limb amputation. NHS England are therefore investing significant effort into reaching people who are at risk.
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Diabetes: symptoms, diagnosis and the risk of amputation
Clinical Negligence lawyer Marianne Walker considers how a friend’s diagnosis led to an increasing interest in the condition and explains legal cases where delays in treatment have led to devastating injuries.
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“How continuous glucose monitoring changed our lives”
Having no awareness of changes in their blood glucose levels puts a huge strain on both patients and their families. Read 15-year old Vinny's story:
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Sir Steve Redgrave’s winning ways with Type 2 diabetes
Whatever type of diabetes you have, knowledge and personally- tailored treatment is key to living a full life, says Olympic rowing champion Sir Steve Redgrave.
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Lack of infrastructure a barrier to quality diabetes care in China
In a country like China, where one finds a quarter of all diabetes cases in the world, the government and its partners are continuously trying to catch-up with this growing and costly epidemic.
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Live healthily to avoid the complications of diabetes
There are some general tips you can follow to help you manage blood glucose (sugar) levels, blood pressure and cholesterol to reduce your risk of diabetes complications.
