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    Pregnancy/preconception - Issues or unrealistic expectations?

    Hi all, My wife (T1) and I are looking to conceive our first child in the next few months and want to do everything we can to ensure a healthy pregnancy. We're both from different backgrounds (the USA and New Zealand) and are trying to get to grips with what is/isn't offered on the Scottish...
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    Second vaccine U30s - Astrazeneca

    Hi all, My wife received the AZ vaccine. In light of the news to now not offer AZ to under 30 year olds, does anyone know what that means for second doses? Will it be AZ again, or will they mix it up? I haven't been able to find any guidance on this. Thanks in advance.
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    Type 1 What's the process for seeing a GP/specialist? [New to UK]

    Hey everyone! Sorry, this is going to be such a basic question! My wife and I recently moved to Scotland. She brought 6 months of insulin/supplies with her as a precaution, but when she needs to get further prescriptions and check-ups, how do we go about that? We registered at the GP 2 weeks...
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    Cost of insulin and availability of dexcom CGM in UK

    Hi everyone, My wife and I will be moving to the UK under the Tier One (Exceptional Talent) visa route (5 year visa). My wife is a type one diabetic and uses the dexcom g6 which has been amazing (I'm not exaggerating that it's changed our lives!). What isn't clear though is how much daily...