New research has reported that people living with type 2 diabetes can put their condition into remission by following a low-carbohydrate diet. A team of recognised academics have found that a low-carb diet helped people living with type 2 diabetes achieve major weight loss and improve their health outcomes. New research shows that COVID-19 is not that effective on the incidence of diabetes when compared with risks in several comparator groups, including contemporaneously assessed risks in people hospitalised with pneumonia. Ahead of the investigation, scientists thought the incidence of diabetes may be elevated following the spread of coronavirus. Updated recommendations on how to manage chronic kidney disease are now available for healthcare professionals to access. To read more, click here. The second podcast from the Diabetes Times hears from Consultant Professor Ketan Dhatariya, who spoke about becoming the new chair of the ABCD. To read more, click here. Healthcare professionals involved in diabetes nursing can now register for one of three conferences dedicated to the subject in June. Trend Diabetes is delighted to announce that its annual conference is expanding this year as it prepares to host the event at three venues for the first time. A first-of-its-kind survey has identified a clear disconnect between the perceptions of the British public and those living with diabetes when it comes to stigma surrounding the condition. Conducted by Abbott, the survey of 1,500 people shows the UK population has a good understanding of the impact of managing the condition, accurately associating diabetes with “insulin” (76 per cent), and “testing sugar levels” (40 per cent). The deadline for the annual Rowan Hillson Inpatient Safety Award is fast approaching, with the application process closing next month. Healthcare professionals who demonstrated excellence in diabetes care over the last year are invited to enter the national diabetes competition. A line-up of expert speakers set to deliver the latest best practice and research in diabetes footcare, has been announced ahead of a conference this spring. To read more, click here. A virtual event dedicated to continuous glucose monitoring will take place next month as part of a webinar series covering all aspects of diabetes care. To read more, click here. The number of people living with type 2 diabetes undergoing bariatric-metabolic surgery has significantly dropped since 2015, a new study has demonstrated. Scientists have found that NHS bariatric-metabolic surgery is used for people with type 2 diabetes much later in the disease process when it is less effective. A new research investigation shows that cancer mortality in people with type 2 diabetes is 18 per cent higher than the general population. To read more, click here. The pharmacokinetics of technosphere insulin works the same in children living with type 1 diabetes as it does in adults with the condition. To read more, click here. 2023, and it's January. The perfect time for some crystal ball gazing, so why not give it a go? It's some personal speculation - yet laced with aims to achieve - and I have always enjoyed getting to the end of the year, then looking back to see where we got to. To read more, click here. Bringing you the latest jobs from around the country within the field of diabetes. Paediatric Diabetes Dietitian – East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust Diabetes Support Nurse – James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Diabetes Specialist Nurse – University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Consultant in Diabetes – University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Join the expanding diabetes community on Twitter and follow us for the latest diabetes news updates at @DiabetesTimes. We are now on YouTube where you will find interviews with leading figures within the field of diabetes. Click here to visit our page. |