Resources

Hybrid Closed Loop (HCL) Systems

A brief guide to hybrid closed loop systems, their benefits and disadvantages.

Hybrid Closed Loop Sick Day Flowchart

The Association of British Clinical Diabetologists (ABCD) sick day flowchart for users of hybrid closed loop.

Hypoglycaemia

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.

Hypoglycaemia Explained

TREND UK leaflet explaining what hypoglycaemia is, the warning signs of a hypo and how to treat it.

Martin - type 2 diabetes, how apps helped change his life

In this video Martin, who has type 2 diabetes, explains how using apps helped him change his life.

Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD)

Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) is a very common problem where fat builds up in the liver. It is often linked to being overweight and conditions such as type 2 diabetes.. MASLD can lead to long term liver damage and other health issues, but making healthy lifestyle changes can stop or even reverse it.

Mindfulness for Mental Wellbeing

Are you aware of the concept of Mindfulness, sometimes also called "present-centredness"? For more information follow this link.

Mindu - type 2 diabetes, gets active

In this video Mindu who has type 2 diabetes gets active to improve her health.

My foot isn't right - could it be Charcot?

My foot isn't right - could it be Charcot?

My Gestational Diabetes: The Online Education Course

This course, My Gestational Diabetes, provides information about gestational diabetes and is designed for women that have been diagnosed with this condition. However, this course is also suitable for family members, carers for someone that has been diagnosed with gestational diabetes, or for health care professionals that treats women with gestational diabetes.

My Insulin Pump: The Online Education Course

This course, My Insulin Pump is aimed at people who are starting out with an insulin pump, or a refresher for those that are already established on insulin pump therapy.

NDH/CVD Keeping Well During the Festive Season

Next steps

Dr James Hilder highlights the benefits of attending health checks.

NHS Coronavirus

Get the latest NHS information and advice about coronavirus.

NHS Mental Health

Whatever you need to know about coping with stress, anxiety or depression, or just generally improving your emotional wellbeing, NHS Mental Health is here to help. It offers practical, useful information to support you on your way to feeling better.

Non-insulin Medication (Tablets and Injectables)

This resource provides information on the various types of non-insulin tablets and injectables available to help you control your diabetes.

Our Risk Prediction Service

This should contain all the stuff we need to let the user know about our future risks page.

Patient experience - considering an insulin pump

Mary Robertson talks with Jane Mitchell about things to think about when considering an insulin pump.

Patient experience - insulin pumps and pregnancy

Mary Robertson talks with Jane Mitchell about her experiences with type 1 diabetes and her decision to use an insulin pump. Jane was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age three, and has now been using an insulin pump for six years, having decided to start using one before becoming pregnant with her second child.

Patient experience - using an insulin pump

Mary Robertson talks with Jane Mitchell about her experiences and the practicalities of getting and using an insulin pump.