Health Awareness
Understanding Diabetes 2025
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Why catching type 1 diabetes early could save lives
One quarter of children in the UK are still being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes only once they develop diabetic ketoacidosis,1 a serious and preventable medical emergency. The latest figures from the NHS show that the number of children experiencing diabetic ketoacidosis at diagnosis has risen by 3% in the past year.1 Early detection is...
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There are 250 million undiagnosed: why early diabetes detection must be a priority
Diabetes has become one of the greatest global health challenges. We must respond to this silent pandemic with the urgency and collaboration it demands. Diabetes is no longer a looming threat — it’s a full-blown global health crisis. Global diabetes crisis escalates According to the latest Diabetes Atlas from the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), over...
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New girl band shines a personal spotlight on type 1 diabetes
A new girl band, whose teenage members all live with type 1 diabetes, have released a song detailing the challenges faced by those managing the condition. What is it like to live with type 1 diabetes as a young person? Four talented teens share their experiences of the condition in a unique way: by forming...
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Why early diagnosis of type 1 diabetes isn’t just desirable — it’s vital
Early detection of type autoimmune 1 diabetes is important for people because it can help them adjust to the strict management realities of their condition and prevent acute complications. With autoimmune type 1 diabetes (T1D), the pancreas is unable to produce insulin, an essential hormone allowing your body to use sugar for energy. This can...
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Study aims to find out how type 1 diabetes develops in adults
More than 400,000 people in the UK live with type 1 diabetes. Many consider it a condition of children and are surprised to learn that more than half of type 1 diabetes cases are diagnosed in adults (Rogers et al, 2017).1 Until now, research has largely focused on type 1 diabetes diagnosed in children. The...
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Evaluating continuous glucose monitors for insulin safety
Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) offer real-time data to aid diabetes management. In the UK, most insulin users are recommended CGMs, but only non-adjunctive types are approved for insulin dosing without finger pricks. What is a CGM? CGMs are small wearable devices that display real-time glucose levels. They help people with all types of diabetes better...
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Eight simple diabetes checks you need to know
For the millions of people living with diabetes in the UK, a small number of regular medical checkups are vital to their wellbeing. People with diabetes should receive eight vital checks as part of their annual review. These checks can spot early signs of diabetes-related complications, which can occur when blood sugar levels become too...
