Sharing stories and advice with other people with diabetes can be a useful way of learning, building confidence and inspiring behaviour change. This section includes people sharing their experience of living with diabetes and encourages people to develop their own social support networks.
A team of researchers from the University of Manchester would like to talk to people who have registered about their experience of using My Way Diabetes, however much or little that might be. This would involve taking part in an interview that will last up to 45 minutes, over the telephone or via a video conferencing app such as Skype, Zoom or Teams. If you would like to talk to a researcher about your experiences of using My Way Diabetes and help us to shape the way we support people to manage their diabetes please email Joanna.goldthorpe@manchester.ac.uk for more information.
Being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes is usually a big shock and there is an overwhelming amount of information to take in. In this video, people with type 1 diabetes talk about their own diagnosis and the impact that it has had on their lives.
Type 2 diabetes is often diagnosed following blood or urine tests for something else. It's usually difficult to take in everything the GP tells you during the appointment, this film discusses how people felt when receiving the diagnosis of type 2 diabetes and what the next steps were.
For some people with diabetes, technology can be a really important part of how they manage their diabetes.
Most people treat their Type 2 diabetes with medication, diet and exercise. But some people are able to stop taking medication and put their diabetes into remission. This can be life-changing.
Flash glucose monitors are a way of measuring your blood glucose levels without having to prick your fingers. It is a small sensor that you wear just under your skin and records your glucose (sugar) levels continuously throughout the day and night.
In this video Barry, who had type 2 diabetes, beats smoking.
Erectile dysfunction — the inability to get or maintain an erection firm enough for sex — is common in men who have diabetes. It can stem from damage to nerves and blood vessels caused by poor long-term blood sugar control.
People with diabetes are encouraged to exercise regularly for better blood glucose control and to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Additional benefits of exercise include a healthier heart, better weight control and stress management.
The Qur'an requires Muslims to fast during the month of Ramadan from sunrise to sunset. However, there are exceptions to this. One of them is that people who are ill or have medical conditions do not have to fast. This includes people with diabetes. This information in this film will help you reduce the risks of becoming ill during Ramadan if you decide to fast.
Some people with diabetes develop serious complications with their eyes, called diabetic retinopathy. If you don’t get this treated properly, it can lead to sight loss. If eye complications do start to develop, they can nearly always be treated to avoid long-term problems – as long as they’re spotted and diagnosed in time. So you need to know the facts and what to look out for.
In this video Gary, who has type 1 diabetes, discusses his passion for mountaineering.
Having diabetes means you're at much greater risk of developing foot problems. This is because raised blood glucose, also known as blood sugar, can damage the sensation in your feet. It can also affect your circulation, which can lead to you getting less blood supply to your feet.
An insulin pump is a small electronic device that gives your body the regular insulin it needs throughout the day and night. In this video, healthcare professionals explain what it is and how it works, and people with type 1 diabetes discuss their own experiences with insulin pump therapy.
Worcester Warriors full-back Chris Pennell was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes when he was 19 years old - but that hasn't stopped him from a successful career in the sport that he loves.
In this video David, who had type 2 diabetes, discusses his weight loss and how it has improved his quality of life.
Fixing Dad is about an ordinary family's battle with type 2 diabetes... and how their remarkable success offers hope to millions.
Harjinder - type 2 diabetes, gets help to control her diabetes
This page explains what hypoglycaemia is and provides detailed information on the causes and symptoms of a hypoglycaemic episode (a 'hypo') and what you should do if you have one.
In this video Martin, who has type 2 diabetes, explains how using apps helped him change his life.
In this video Mindu who has type 2 diabetes gets active to improve her health.
In this video Patrick, who has type 2 diabetes, explains how walking helped him improve his health.
Having type 1 diabetes shouldn't stop you from taking part in extreme sports, however, it does mean that you have to be a bit more prepared and plan for the unexpected. Martin Draper talks about his experiences with having type 1 diabetes and participating in extreme sports.
There are now more tools than ever to help with the treatment and management of type 1 diabetes.