Newsletter Archive
Diabetes newsletters are ordered by date sent and each result shows the topic of the newsletter.
Latest newsletter
Headlines across broadsheets this week focus on a report by the National Audit Office which reveals that as many as 24,000 unnecessary deaths a year occur - we assess the truth of it.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/24-05-2012
Past newsletters
Should all over 50s be offered statin therapy? We look at statins, how to get 10% off at the shop, dating and nerve pain.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/22-05-2012
Some people with diabetes are able to maintain excellent blood glucose control, but for the rest of us, avoiding high blood sugar levels can be a daily battle.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/17-05-2012
Fat is one of the major nutrients, providing more calories per gram than either carbohydrates or protein.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/15-05-2012
Heart disease is undoubtedly the biggest threat for people with
diabetes and is recognised as the cause of death for 80% of
people with diabetes.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/10-05-2012
Last week we featured the news that an active ingredient in turmeric appears to slow down uptake of glucose by the body, therefore could help to decrease sugar levels.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/08-05-2012
Diabetes news this week focused on a lack of diabetes specialists within the NHS. We also focus on protein, making a will and further trials.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/03-05-2012
We take a look at Metformin, usually the first medication recommended for people with type 2 diabetes.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/01-05-2012
News this week focuses on the fact that the lion's share of NHS budgets is being spent on treating complications, which could be avoided.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/26-04-2012
Last week, we talked about VAT and recently there have been headlines asking whether Britain should bring in a so-called 'fat tax'. We ask the community...
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/24-04-2012
A look at incretin mimetics and GLP-1 analogues.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/19-04-2012
People with diabetes are eligible to claim back VAT if it is paid on goods specifically for diabetes.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/17-04-2012
Diabetes UK reviewed NHS data and found that 50% of people with diabetes have high blood pressure and the figure shows no significant improvement on the previous year.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/12-04-2012
With Easter having come and gone, it is a good time to have a look back over the past few months and judge how your control has been.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/10-04-2012
A question asked on the forum this week is whether diabetes shortens our lives? It's one question that many of us have asked ourselves.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/05-04-2012
Easter can be a tricky time for some of us. We look at how to cope at Easter, chocolate and the new iBGStar.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/03-04-2012
A look at the SD Codefree - a meter gaining popularity due to cheap test strips; food tips and depression.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/29-03-2012
Hand & joint disorders in diabetes tend to get less press coverage than foot conditions but people with diabetes are more likely to get joint problems than people without diabetes.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/27-03-2012
A look at the causes of diabetes, celebs with diabetes, visual impairment and dating with diabetes.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/22-03-2012
Injections are a common burden for many of us with diabetes, so today's newsletter starts off with help and advice with injecting.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/20-03-2012
Artificial pancreas is a term that is beginning to feature in the news more regularly than we've been used to. A look at progress in the artificial pancreas sector and new pump features.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/15-03-2012
Hypo unawareness is when we lose the ability to spot the signs of
hypoglycemia. We take a look at hypo spotting, essential diabetes tips and a new diabetes trial.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/13-03-2012
The Diabetes Forum has been discussing a recent radio show, Radio 4's 'You and Yours', which featured a discussion on the role
of carbohydrates in a diet for diabetes.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/08-03-2012
Do you accept your diabetes? We look at how the community has been talking about coping with diabetes.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/06-03-2012
We take a look at the statins diabetes risk, food ideas for breakfast, vege diets and why you may consider one and a closer look at nocturia.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/01-03-2012
Patients needing weight loss surgery is growing in the UK. Whilst surgery can give a new lease of life to people, surgery can also involve risks.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/28-02-2012
The big diabetes news this week is the fact that an estimated 1.3 million people with diabetes are not getting the essential health tests they should be receiving.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/23-02-2012
With the recent cold weather, colds and flus have been on the rise. We look at the effects of colds and flus on blood sugar + the Paleo diet.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/21-02-2012
One of the ways in which diabetes can be cruel is when it comes to damaging the eyes. We look at eyes, kidneys, carbs and protein.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/16-02-2012
News this week reveals pancreatic cell division can be switched on and off. We also take a look at fake cures and insulin resistance.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/14-02-2012
Roses are red, violets are blue, my blood is sweet and so are you. Yes, it's Valentine's Day on Tuesday and a great excuse to let your heart run free.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/09-02-2012
A report from the London School of Economics shows that the UK may be setting its patients up for complications later in life by cutting back on out-patient care, including blood glucose testing supplies.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/newsletter/07-02-2012
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