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It’s common to receive a diagnosis of diabetes over the Christmas break and, for many of us, this can lead to us starting the new year in a state of shock.

The truth is that, yes, diabetes is a big deal but it needn’t as bad as your worst fears may be telling you.

For a lot of people with diabetes, accepting the condition can be the most important barrier to cross and once this is done, diabetes management suddenly becomes a much more achievable prospect.
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If you’re newly diagnosed, now’s the best time to work on understanding what diabetes is and what you can do to get your diabetes under control and therefore set yourself up for a healthier life.

Our newly diagnosed guides introduce the basics in simple terms whilst introducing further topics you can read in more detail.

These can also be very useful for people who have had diabetes for some time but are looking to refresh on the basics.
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A diabetes diagnosis can have you feeling alone, even if your family and friends have been offering support.

It can be very helpful at these times to connect with others in the same position as you.
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Type 1 diabetes: Confused by blood glucose testing?
If you are new to blood glucose testing, you will most probably have a number of questions that need answering, such as how often should my blood sugar levels be tested and what levels should I be looking to achieve?

To help you answer these common questions and gain a better understanding of diabetes self-care, take a look at our blood glucose testing FAQs.
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Type 2 diabetes: Getting control of your diabetes
Getting to grips with your type 2 diabetes and keeping your blood sugar levels under control can be difficult, but with the right knowledge and a lot of dedication there's no reason why this can't be achieved.

We outline the important steps you can take to help you keep your diabetes in check.
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Video guide: Blood sugar targets
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The blood sugar targets for people with diabetes are not always easy to meet but the closer you get and the more often you can hit the targets, the better you will feel in the short term and the healthier you’ll be in the longer run. Watch our video to find out the blood glucose targets and why they’re important.
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What actually causes diabetes?
Definitive answers on what causes diabetes to develop continue to elude researchers. But what is known for certain is that there a number of factors that can increase the chances of developing different type 1, type 2 and other types of diabetes mellitus.
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