Useful insights for new diagnosis Type 1 Diabetics.

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Useful insights for new diagnosis Type 1 Diabetics.

Steve talks about two main insights he's gained: Fear is not a great long term motivator - he explains that this main work short term but is not useful long term. Looking after yourself with Diabetes is a long term journey and is best dealt with on a day to day basis. Lastly he talks about interacting and talking to others who have been there before you to help you cope emotionally.

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The difference between Type 1 and 2 Diabetes?

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Sister Parminder Rihal, Diabetes Specialist Nurse explains the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes.

The difference between Type 1 and 2 Diabetes?

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Routine tests when starting SGLT-2 inhibitors.

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Dr Sheharyar Quraishi, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist explains what routine tests are done when starting on SGLT-2 inhibitors. He explains that Blood Pressure monitoring is important as well as kidney function blood tests to make sure that you are not getting dehydrated on these medicines.

Routine tests when starting SGLT-2 inhibitors.

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How to plan healthy meals with Diabetes?

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Salma Mehar, Consultant Diabetes Dietician, says that meal planning has to be practical. She also talks about how meal planning needs to be sensitive to cultural issues, religious beliefs and also cost. Salma talks about how diet can be challenging for some ethnic groups but that there are many meal plans available for people on online resources. She then talks about portion control especially when eating out and at festivals and controlling the amount of Carbohydrate you eat.

How to plan healthy meals with Diabetes?

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Can I move up and down tiers if I've been to hospital Diabetic Foot MDT?

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Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist talks about the settings where people with Diabetic foot problems are cared for.

Can I move up and down tiers if I've been to hospital Diabetic Foot MDT?

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Being diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes: My experiences

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Richard talks about his experience of being diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. He recalls that his diagnosis came about as he was having routine checks done for other reasons.

Being diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes: My experiences