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Amputation concerns over missed diabetes foot care targets
New figures have highlighted how missed targets could be putting people with diabetes and foot ulcer at heightened risk of amputation.
Thousands of ‘survival’ HypoCards issued to people with diabetes could help to save lives
Almost 3,500 HypoCards have been handed out to people with diabetes providing vital advice on what to do should the card-carrier experience hypoglycaemia – a condition that can be life-threatening.
‘Alarming’ frequency of hypos in type 1 diabetes revealed in new poll
More than one in four people with type 1 diabetes experience dangerously low blood sugar levels at least once every three days, a survey published to mark World Diabetes Day has found.
Study highlights link between socioeconomic deprivation and amputation risk
A new study has found the likelihood of amputations relating to diabetic foot disease is “inversely proportional” to the index of multiple deprivation.
Specialist diabetes nurse wins prestigious national award
A specialist diabetes nurse at University Hospital Southampton (UHS) has been named ‘Healthcare professional of the year’ at a renowned national awards ceremony.
New date unveiled for upcoming GlucoContro.online masterclass
Healthcare professionals involved in diabetes are invited to attend an online session looking at a web-based solution that allows them to securely connect with their patients’ blood glucose readings.
Latest guidance on ketones now available for healthcare professionals
A newly launched document has been created by a diabetes team to educate healthcare professionals on how to monitor ketones in people with the condition.
Hundreds of diabetes specialist nurses gather at inaugural live event
More than 200 delegates from across the UK attended the first in person meeting organised by the Diabetes Specialist Nurse (DSN) Forum.
Poor glycaemic control detected in people with diabetes on enteral feeding, survey suggests
Overall glucose control is poor in people with diabetes during enteral feeding treatment, latest survey findings have indicated.
Shortage of inpatient diabetes staff highlighted
The number of individuals working in inpatient diabetes care is significantly lower than the optimal number needed by most hospital Trusts, a new study has revealed.
National diabetes inpatient specialist nursing group appoints new chair
After a competitive recruitment process, Andrea Lake was appointed as the new Chair of the Diabetes Inpatient Specialist Nurse (DISN) UK Group at the latest committee meeting.
Campaign launched to equip every person with diabetes with ‘survival’ HypoCard
A campaign has been launched urging everyone with diabetes to carry a card featuring potentially life-saving advice.
GlucoContro.online to be explored in upcoming Ascensia masterclass
A web-based solution that allows healthcare professionals to securely connect with their patients’ blood glucose readings will be the focus of an upcoming online session.
Fundraising campaign launched to enhance diabetes care in Sierra Leone
A national fundraising campaign to deliver essential diabetes resources to hospitals in Sierra Leone has been launched.
Places available for monogenic diabetes training course
Healthcare professionals are invited to sign up for a monogenic diabetes training course taking place later this year.
Don’t miss out on GlucoContro.online masterclass
There are only a few places left for a webinar on accessing reports via a web-based solution that allows healthcare professionals to connect with their patients’ blood glucose readings.
Endocrinology and diabetes board offer new opportunity to join the team
A respected endocrinology and diabetes committee is on the hunt for a new healthcare professional to become the latest member of its team.
Nearly 500 healthcare sites make Hypo Awareness Week a triumph
Hundreds of primary and secondary care sites across the UK and Ireland are taking part in a safety campaign to raise awareness about hypoglycaemia among healthcare professionals.
NHS can now prescribe Wegovy® as part of “controlled and limited” launch
Wegovy® can now be prescribed to individuals living with, or at risk of, type 2 diabetes, as part of a controlled and limited launch.
DISN UK Group to host diabetes inpatient webinar
The past, present and future of diabetes inpatient nursing will be discussed during a webinar in November to mark World Diabetes Day.