Flu and Diabetes

People with diabetes are generally at a greater risk if they catch…

Flu Vaccination and Diabetes

People with diabetes in the UK are advised to receive free flu…

Tiredness and Diabetes

Many people with diabetes will describe themselves as feeling tired, lethargic or…

Driving and Diabetes Complications

In general, diabetic complications are not necessarily a barrier to driving, as…

Kidney Dialysis

Dialysis is the separating out of the contents of liquids. Kidney dialysis…

Kidney Transplants

If kidneys become damaged and struggle to filter blood well enough, a…

Screening for Kidney Disease – Diabetic Nephropathy

Two tests are performed to screen for kidney disease (or nephropathy). For…

Diabetic Retinopathy Screening and Tests

A once yearly retinal screening appointment (eye check) is carried out to…