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Diabetes: Your Essential Guide
Types of diabetes Type 1 diabetes is a lifelong condition where the body’s immune system attacks and tears down insulin producing cells. Type 2 diabetes occurs when your body lacks insulin due to its low production or when the cells of the body do […]
Read moreHow can I support someone with diabetes
Supporting someone with diabetes can be difficult, however, there is a lot of support and information available for people living with diabetes and their loved ones. What is diabetes? Diabetes is a condition that makes it hard for the body to use glucose for […]
Read moreWound care for diabetes patients
Effect of diabetes on wound healing Diabetes mellitus is one of the leading sources of illness worldwide. Wounds can take longer to heal in people with diabetes and this may increase the danger of developing infections and other complications. For people with Diabetes, wounds […]
Read moreDiabetic Foot Care: Your Essential Guide
How to keep your feet healthy As a result of diabetes, the nerves and blood vessels supplying the feet can be damaged. This can reduce the feeling in your feet (peripheral neuropathy) and the circulation in your feet (ischaemia). These can be gradual and […]
Read morePrevention of Type 2 Diabetes
What is Type 2 Diabetes? Type 2 diabetes is a common condition that causes the level of sugar (glucose) in the blood to become too high. It can cause symptoms like excessive thirst, needing to urinate a lot and tiredness. It can also increase […]
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