Draft NICE guidelines propose upgrading Sodium-Glucose Transport Protein 2 (SGLT-2) inhibitors from second choice to first-choice treatments for type 2 diabetes.
The updated draft guideline, ‘Type 2 diabetes in adults: management (medicines update) NG28’, opened for consultation this week.
The first ever immunotherapy for type 1 diabetes has now been licensed for use in the UK.
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has confirmed teplizumab, also known as Tzield, is safe and effective at delaying the development of type 1 diabetes for people in the early stages of the condition.
Eli Lilly and Company has announced results from a Phase 3 cardiovascular outcomes trial comparing two incretin therapies in adults with type 2 diabetes and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. To read more, click here.
Eli Lilly and Company and the UK Government Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) have announced a programme to develop innovative models of care for obesity. To read more, click here.
A new scoping document designed to help healthcare professionals assess their knowledge and skills in diabetes technologies and hybrid closed-loop (HCL) systems will soon be launched.
Developed by the Leicester Diabetes Centre, this four-tier competency framework sets out clear criteria to identify the knowledge and skills each healthcare professional should possess depending on their role and service requirements.
Levemir® insulin, both Penfill® and Flexpen® , is to be discontinued, with an end date of December 2026. To read more, click here.
A leading blood glucose testing company has launched a range of products with Well Pharmacy. To read more, click here.
A study to find out people’s thoughts about the new app feature of CamAPS FX has been launched by CamDiab. To read more, click here.
A Medicine Supply Notification has been issued about the discontinuation of Wockhardt’s Hypurin Porcine insulin in 10ml vials. To read more, click here.
New data has revealed the worrying levels of stigma and judgment people with diabetes are facing across the UK. To read more, click here.
Tesco and Diabetes UK are urging the nation to learn about type 2 diabetes, after research uncovered a lack of awareness. To read more, click here.
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Diabetes Specialist Nurse – Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Band 8C Nurse Consultant Diabetes – Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Diabetes Dietitian – Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Specialist Dietitian for Diabetes – The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust
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