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Top 10 most talked about posts this week
 
From the development of a smart insulin pen to wound healing, a variety of topics have been hot with the diabetes community this week.

Check out the top 10 most talked about posts this week from across our social media.
 
 
Smart Insulin Pen
 NEW TECH 
 
The FDA has approved a Bluetooth-enabled insulin pen and associated app that will update injecting for the smartphone generation.
 
 
 
 
11 Common Reactions
 so annoying 
 
Mollie put together 11 of the many ridiculous things people say about diabetes and the reactions we've all had to them.
 
 
 
 
Are you a human or a unicorn?
 ABSURD! 
 
We never expected this photo to be so loved! So are you a human or a unicorn…?
 
 
 
 
Chinese food
 Food 
 
Julia McCoulough wanted an outside opinion on her takeaway options – although home-prepared meals are the healthier way to go, Julia!
 
 
 
 
Vitamin B12
 Research 
 
Type 2 adults with low levels of vitamin B12 could be more likely to experience a particular heart condition, a study said.
 
 
 
 
DCUK Staff Experiences
 READ IT 
 
Ahead of the kids going back to school, the DCUK staff discussed their own experiences of having diabetes at school. Can you or your children relate?
 
 
 
 
Hypo Training Program
 Hypos 
 
A post about our online Hypo Program on Monday got over 1,000 shares, as the members love it. Join them for free today.
 
 
 
 
HbA1c
 HBA1C 
 
A good Hba1c reading will have you busting out dance moves you didn't even know you had!
 
 
 
 
Injury
 Debate 
 
wolfie11969 sparked a fascinating forum debate about how long it takes for a wound to heal in people with type 2 diabetes
 
 
 
 
NHS
 Finally! 
 
On Wednesday, Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt revealed that a new online NHS 111 service is set to be introduced increase healthcare options for patients.
 
 
 
 
 
 
The 2016 Forum Survey found that a massive 74% of forum members improved their understanding of their condition through the forum, and 44% even improved HbA1c readings, after being a member for 6 months. It's all about support - you're at the right place.
 
 
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Lastly, check out Zoe’s blog about how eating a low-carb, high-fat (LCHF) lifestyle can benefit the whole family, and also transform your children’s lunch boxes (or your own), while still remaining totally tasty and nutritious!

Happy Thursday,
Charlotte - part of the Diabetes.co.uk Team
 
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