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  1. Rene Droomer

    New research in Diabetes distress, Stigma and self care

    I am Rene Droomer, a postgraduate student at the University of Derby and a fellow person with diabetes. I am undertaking research in Diabetes distress. stigma and self care. 1. If you are 18 years or older, 2. are resident in the UK and 3. have a diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes, I hope you will...
  2. J

    Reflections on a type 1 diabetic pregnancy

    As a type 1 diabetic I have found pregnancy exciting and nerve-wracking, in pretty much equal measure. What has surprised me most though, is just how little has been written about the experiences of type 1 diabetic pregnant women - what you might expect to see, and some of the tips and tricks...
  3. llinos owen

    Newbie!!!

    Hi, My name is Llinos. I live in Wales and I'm type 1 diabetic and was diagnosed in 2012 when I was 15 years old. I am a student studying health and social care with sociology and i'm a keen rugby and netball player. I am on a low-carb diet and I'm currently using Apidra solostar and Lantus...
  4. J

    Diagnosed as type 1 abroad last week!!

    Hello. I was diagnosed last week while on holiday in Portugal with type 1 diabetes. I have only just arrived back and because of the language barrier I am still very clueless as to what I can eat, what units mean what and, basically everything. The doctors and helplines are closed today as it is...
  5. R

    Diabetic parent risking his health :-(

    My father is T2 diabetic, diagnosed 16 years ago. He is 63 and I am 36. Over time his condition has progressed and he is now on insulin injections and has circulation issues in his feet. With this being the case I find it incredibly frustrating that he behaves as though he doesn't have the...
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