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First diagnosed with Type 1 nineteen years ago, I have been living with diabetes for as long as I can remember, transitioning from the traditional pen injection to a pump at around the age of 15. Now as a 22 year old male who is quite image conscious and enjoys an active social life it has...

Hello, What are people's experiences of camps for young people with diabetes? Have you been in one, organised one, etc? I'm a T1 diabetic looking into organising/running a summer camp for children and young people with diabetes in the future. In the past, I've done a similar thing with other...

Hey guys Khizr & Robin here, We are using buddies account since register system is a bit weird. we are students of canadian international school and as part of an essay, we need some primary sources and would like some input from you as to how T2 diabetes affects your daily social lives, is...

Hi all, I like to think I don't believe a lot of the things I see on social media however today I have seen this shared a few time: "I would like to highlight the government removing the subsidy for blood test strips. Diabetics need very frequent blood testing 5+ times a day. The cost of...

Often when we want to make a significant change for the better in our lives there are people around us who will sabotage that change. This can be for a number of reasons; sometimes your change can cause uncertainty for a family member, co-worker, friend, or associate. They may feel guilty they...

Hi everybody Just a gentle reminder that its just 2 weeks now until the picnic in Regents Park London Would be really good to see lots of new faces at this one, please vote in the poll so we have a vague idea of numbers Bring along, picnic blankets and whatever food and drink you would like...