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Study highlights benefits of electronic specialist-led diabetes model of care
The number of healthcare-associated infections in surgical inpatients can be reduced if an electronic specialist-led diabetes model is used in early diabetes management interventions.
Webinar aimed at reducing amputations now available to view online
The EDFN’s latest webinar, ‘Upskilling the healthcare workforce in lower limb assessment and treatment’, is now available to view online.
Number of non-COVID-19 deaths among people with diabetes soared during pandemic, data shows
Leicester researchers involved in an international study have seen an increase in the number of deaths that were not related to COVID-19 among people with diabetes during the pandemic.
Scientists discover a potential new cause of diabetes
An enzyme that blocks insulin produced in the body could be a new target to treat diabetes, according to scientists at Case Western Reserve University and University Hospitals.
Launch of new price saver site for prescribed products
Healthcare professionals who prescribe diabetes and pharmaceutical products have been urged to take advantage of a new price comparison saver website to get the best deal for their practice and the NHS.
Long term high blood sugar can cause upper limb complications
Frozen shoulder and carpal tunnel syndrome are just two of the upper limb problems that are caused by having long-term high blood sugar, new evidence demonstrates.
Registration now open for national diabetes event
The 25th annual Diabetes UK Professional Conference is now open for registration.
Healthcare teams invited to complete homelessness survey
Diabetes teams across the UK are being asked to take part in a survey to help improve the health outcomes of homeless people living with the condition.
NHS England unveils new National Clinical Director of Diabetes and Obesity
Dr Clare Hambling has been announced as the new National Clinical Director of Diabetes Obesity.
Ramadan and diabetes leaflet published
Ensuring the safety of Muslim people with diabetes as they observe fasting during Ramadan is the focus of a new leaflet released by a team of specialist nurses.
Peri-operative pathway intervention improves lives of people with diabetes, study finds
The Improving the Peri-operative Pathway of People with Diabetes (IP3D) intervention has the potential to increase efficiency and reduce waiting lists for elective surgery, a new study has revealed.
New awards to recognise UK’s diabetes nursing heroes
A new awards programme designed to celebrate the UK’s diabetes nursing heroes has opened for entries today.
Diabetes and genes at forefront of new podcast
A new podcast series looking to discuss all aspects of genetics in diabetes has recently been launched.
UK’s obesity ‘ticking time bomb’ to be addressed at new congress
A nationwide conference will be held in May to help healthcare professionals tackle the obesity challenge facing the UK.
Registration opens for CESR application support workshop
Healthcare professionals looking to apply for a CCT in endocrinology and diabetes and GIM via the CESR route can now register for a workshop dedicated to the subject next month.
Lower limb webinar aims to tackle rising amputation rates
Foot care experts are urging healthcare professionals to attend a webinar on lower limb assessment and treatment in a bid to reduce the number of amputations that take place each year.
Dates announced for Trend Diabetes National Conference 2024
Healthcare professionals involved in diabetes nursing are invited to attend an event dedicated to the subject in June.
World-first clinical trial shows promise for type 1 diabetes
A commonly prescribed rheumatoid arthritis drug can suppress the progression of type 1 diabetes, according to an Australian world-first clinical trial by researchers at St Vincent’s Institute of Medical Research in Melbourne.
Leicester researcher has published guidance in a top journal on diabetes and multiple long-term conditions study
A Leicester professor has outlined guidance on how to improve care for people living with diabetes and other health conditions on the front cover of the global journal Diabetes Care.
Postponed GlucoContro.online masterclass to take place this month
A web-based solution that allows healthcare professionals to securely connect with their patients’ blood glucose readings will be explored in a webinar hosted by Ascensia Diabetes Care.