Diabetes

[lefthandnav] Christmas brings seasonal joy and the comfort of the family. With a wealth of food available though, it can also be a trying time. Keeping discipline to control sugar levels and portions can be…

Cannabis, or marijuana, is a drug derived from the cannabis plant that is used for recreational use, medicinal purposes and religious or spiritual rites. Cannabis plants produce a unique family of compounds called cannabinoids. Of these,…

Both type 1 and type 2 diabetes can lead to complications. In some cases, sexual performance can be affected by diabetes. Up to 50% of men and 25% of women may experience some kind of…

For a start, in almost all situations you should disclose your diabetes if your employment application requires you to. Diabetes and Employment Guides: Diabetes and Discrimination Diabetes and Jobs FAQs Hypos at Work Diabetes and…

There are a number of free welfare benefits that may be available to people with diabetes if complications lead to difficulty in daily life. In additio, all people with diabetes mellitus in the UK are…

The Equality Act of 2010 states that your employer should be expected to make reasonable adjustments to prevent discrimination taking place. An employer should not place you in a situation where you are disadvantaged as…

Exemption certificates for prescriptions are available for those people who take insulin or medication to control their diabetes. This type of certificate lasts for a 5 year period, and people with diabetes can apply using…

[lefthandnav] Understanding blood glucose level ranges can be a key part of diabetes self-management. This page states 'normal' blood sugar ranges and blood sugar ranges for adults and children with type 1 diabetes, type 2…