Diabetes

Islet Cell Transplantation

People with Type 1 diabetes cannot produce the hormone insulin which means that they need to rely on daily injections of insulin in order to stay alive. Insulin is created by specialised cells in the pancreas called the islets of Langerhans.
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‘That Sugar Film’ reveals the hidden truth behind refined sugars in so-called healthy foods

“We are given conflicting messages about sugar. On the one hand, there are those who claim that it’s harmful, and has the potential to cause significant damage to our body. Others maintain that it’s essential for good health and wellness. So I thought that the only way to find out the truth was to experiment on my body” - Damon Gameau.
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Chris Pennell explains why diabetes should not stop you from following your dreams

"Diabetes gave me a challenge, and that made me a stronger person and a better player – much better than I would be if I wasn’t diabetic".
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Case study: Pepito Tiña

It started with a foot wound. Pepito Tiña was worried enough to visit a private hospital near his home in Davao City, Philippines, where his blood glucose levels were checked, and he was diagnosed with diabetes.
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Diabetes complications are serious – reduce your risk by taking control

The complications of diabetes can seriously damage parts of your body, including your feet and your eyes. But many people living with diabetes don’t know they can reduce their risk of developing them.
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Ultimate Diabetes recipes by Phil Vickery

Diabetes often means people with the condition assume they will have to stick to plain foods with little excitement, especially in terms of sweet, sugary desserts. TV chef Phil Vickery contributes so recipes that will change that!
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Tackling diabetes in England

Professor Jonathan Valabhji, NHS England’s National Clinical Director for Obesity and Diabetes gives insight on the issue of diabetes in England.
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Tackling the diabetes epidemic in developing countries

Over 80% of the global diabetes population lives in developing countries, which have scarce resources and too many health priorities. Therefore people living with diabetes in these areas do not receive the care they need.
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Isn’t it about time diet advice changed?

For decades, our diets have been shaped by misinformation. In the 1980s the government introduced low-fat dietary guidelines, but were those guidelines actually a large and costly mistake?
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The key to patient empowerment

Technology moves us one step closer to patients taking control of their own pathology – with the professionals there as guides at best.
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The world needs a healthier diet to halt the type 2 diabetes epidemic

The health status of the world’s diet is poor, and we are all paying for it. Research from the IDF Diabetes Atlas estimates that every 6 seconds one person dies from diabetes. Yet, many of these 5 million lives could have been saved.
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The hidden threat of Type 2 diabetes

Urgent action is needed for the nearly one million people who have type 2 diabetes, and may be already developing some of its complications, but don’t know it.
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Managing diabetes: the role of pharmacists

Pharmacists are uniquely positioned on the frontline of diabetes care to support people with the condition, but lack of public awareness makes them an untapped resource.
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3 dietary tips for people with diabetes

Don’t let your diet hold you back: Some foods can hold back your progress towards achieving a good weight and good blood glucose levels.
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Key factors for effective Type 2 diabetes management

An early diagnosis, healthy eating, exercise, and avoiding at-risk behaviours like smoking can reduce complications from type 2 diabetes.
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Education is key to beating the global diabetes challenge

The global diabetes challenge is expected to grow rapidly over the next few decades, prompting the need for more in-depth education on the condition.
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Is my blood sugar level normal?

It is essential that people with diabetes have well-controlled blood glucose levels. Find out about controlling your blood sugar levels from Diabetes.co.uk blogger Jack Woodfield.
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Turning your diagnosis into a chance to improve your life

People with type 2 diabetes shouldn’t look at the condition as an impossible challenge, but as a second chance to have a healthier and happier life, says Ramona Mulligan.
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Are you struggling with hypos?

Hypo unawareness can be dangerous for people with diabetes who take glucose-lowering medication, such as insulin.
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