Latest advice on how to manage hyperosmolar hyperglycaemic state in adults with diabetes has been published.
The Joint British Diabetes Societies for Inpatient Care (JBDS-IP) has released revised guidance – The Management of Hyperosmolar Hyperglycaemic State in Adults – to improve how hyperglycaemic emergencies are managed.
People living with diabetes in the UK now have access to the first ready-to-use, pre-mixed and pre-measured liquid glucagon injection for the treatment of severe hypoglycaemia, Tetris Pharma has announced.
The new glucagon pre-filled pen, Ogluo® will help treat severe hypoglycaemia in adults, adolescents and children aged two years and over, research has shown.
A global diabetes care company has announced that it will be supporting an international diabetes fundraising campaign for the fifth consecutive year. To read more, click here.
Ascensia Diabetes Care has announced that the next-generation Eversense® E3 CGM System has received approval from the U.S. FDA. To read more, click here.
The latest podcast from the English Diabetes Footcare Network hears from Consultant Vascular Surgeon Naseer Ahmad, who discusses inequalities in amputations and the relationship between vascular surgery and podiatry.
The Talking Feet series features leading footcare professionals and academics as they share their expertise and thoughts on the hot topics from the world of diabetic foot.
A top diabetes charity has revealed the top research gaps that need addressing to improve care for older adults living with diabetes. To read more, click here.
A comprehensive set of guidelines aimed at enhancing diabetes care in care homes is now out for consultation. To read more, click here.
Addressing common health inequalities amongst Muslims with type 2 diabetes is at the forefront of a new partnership which was formed to improve diabetes care for ethnic minority communities in Greater Manchester.
Diabetes UK and the British Muslim Heritage Centre have joined forces to raise awareness of the risks associated with type 2 diabetes in order to reduce the number of Muslims being diagnosed with the condition.
New academic research papers are being sought for The British Journal of Diabetes, the authors have announced.
Developed by the Association of British Clinical Diabetologists (ABCD), the journal includes peer reviewed scientific research articles, systematic reviews, case reports, protocols, and guidelines.
Healthcare professionals who support people living with diabetes are being encouraged to register for this year’s Trend Diabetes’ National Conference.
The free-to-attend, CPD-accredited conference is set to return as an in-person event after it took place virtually the last two years due to COVID-19 social distancing restrictions.
NHS teams have been urged to think of sales reps as a valuable resource as they re-engage following coronavirus lockdowns, as Ascensia Diabetes Care’s UK Head of Sales highlights the benefits of working in partnership.
Kirsty Oliver has said that sales reps can be extremely valuable to healthcare professionals working for the NHS as they are able to help drive engagement and “empower people with diabetes”.
The Association of British Clinical Diabetologists (ABCD) has invited healthcare professionals to attend an in person meeting to mark 100 years since insulin was first administered to a human. To read more, click here.
Continuous glucose monitoring is more effective for maintaining glycaemic control amongst people with type 1 diabetes than self-monitoring blood glucose levels with injections. To read more, click here.
The data always held the key. In fact it holds the key and should continue to do so. Success or failure in any leadership role is judged by outcomes, yet somehow it escapes us in healthcare. I will make no two bones about it as it is a huge satisfaction, not to mention relief showing that type 1 diabetes care in the NHS seems to be progressing the right way. To read more, click here.
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