My Diabetes My Way
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My Diabetes My Way is the NHS Scotland interactive diabetes website to help support people who have diabetes. Email: [email protected]
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Type 1 and Physical Activity - Free online course. Launching tomorrow, 30th July, designed to help you understand how to manage glucose levels, insulin and food around different types of physical activity. đŹExpert Q&A â 30th July, 6â7pm. Sign up today at:
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đ50,000+ users now use My Diabetes My Way!. Many thanks to those of you who have contributed to this significant stat. Research shows MDMW could save health services millions whilst improving quality of life for those who use it. #Diabetes #DigitalHealth.
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A web application developed at the University of Dundee to enable diabetes patients to manage their condition could save health services millions of pounds every year while improving the quality of...
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RT @MyDiabetesMyWay: Join our free âUnderstanding Type 2 Diabetesâ online course! . Starts Wed 25th June. Register here ..
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Join our free âUnderstanding Type 2 Diabetesâ online course! . Starts Wed 25th June. Register here . This course aims to give you the information about. ⢠What type 2 diabetes is, how it occurs, how it is .diagnosed and treated. Expert Q&A 25th&26th 6pm
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Thereâs a range of risk factors at play, including family history and ethnic background but finding out your risk of developing type 2 diabetes means you can take action to protect your health.
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What is prediabetes? Prediabetes means that your blood sugars are higher than usual, but not high enough for you to be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. It also means that you are at high risk of...
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You may also be at an increased risk of developing type 2 if you have had gestational diabetes.
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Gestational diabetes is diabetes that can develop during pregnancy. It affects women who don't already have another type of diabetes. It means you have high blood sugar and need to take extra care of...
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Type 2 Diabetes Prevention week, 26th May to 1st June An estimated 6.3 million people in the UK live with prediabetes, but many are not aware of this. If left untreated, prediabetes can develop into type 2 diabetes which can lead to health complications.
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One in five adults in the UK now live with diabetes or prediabetes, and we are calling on the government to address the hidden health crisis we are facing. Our new diabetes prevalence figures show...
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Keeping blood pressure under good control is essential, particularly in Type 2 diabetes. You should aim for a blood pressure of 130/80. Your GP or hospital consultant may prescribe one or more different types of medication to control your blood pressure.
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Join us today for a comprehensive online course on Type 2 Diabetes Remission!. đ Date: Opens 5th March 2025, Closes 10th March 2025. Discover the latest insights and practical applications in diabetes care from leading experts. Free registration:
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Our free online course, "Understanding Type 1 Diabetes," starts on 29th January. Youâll find that there is something for everyone, whether youâre a person with diabetes, a HCP, or family looking to learn more about type 1 diabetes. Register for free  âĄď¸ Â
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Observing Ramadan with Diabetesâ. This FREE online course can help you prepare in advance! â° . Whether you're living with diabetes or supporting someone who is, learn how to manage diabetes safely during Ramadan. âĄď¸ Available now at
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Festive Period Support.MDMW and myaccount will have limited support cover from 23/12/24 until 06/01/25. We ask you to please bear with us during this time and we will respond as soon as we can on our return. We wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy 2025.
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Alongside the below guides, please follow the advice of your local diabetes team if given. Sick Day Guidelines for Type 1 Diabetes: . Sick Day Guidelines for Type 2 Diabetes:
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-And most importantly, enjoy your festive break while staying safe . Sick Day Guidelines:.As we are now into the winter months, it is very important that you know what to do when you are ill. My Diabetes My Way contains sick day guidelines for Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
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-If you havenât already, speak to your diabetes team about sick day rules in advance . -Keep well hydrated . -Seek advice from NHS 24 if your condition deteriorates or worsens despite following your sick day rules.
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-The accuracy of blood glucose meters and test strips can be affected by the cold. Avoid leaving in cars or unheated rooms. -Store at room temperature . -If you have a cg sensor, ensure that you have spare sensors and if you have an insulin pump, always keep extra infusion sets.
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-If you are taking medication, make sure you have enough supplies to last over the holiday period . -If you are blood glucose or blood ketone monitoring, make sure you have enough test strips and lancets.
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Preparing for the Festive Period. Prepare for the festive break and plan to manage your health. During the holidays keep yourself safe by being prepared. đ§ľ.
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When getting your vaccines, it is advisable to avoid the area around your sensor if you have a cgm. If you experience redness/swelling around the injection, it may affect your sensor. Ideally, have your injections in the other arm.
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Winter Vaccines . As we approach winter, we would recommend that you check that your Flu and Covid vaccinations are up to date. More information on winter vaccines can be found here:.
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