Tech Access In UK “Not Fit For Purpose”
The Association of British Clinical Diabetologists (ABCD) has published a document on access to new technologies for people with diabetes that concludes the current system for reviewing and launching new technology within a health economy is not fit for purpose. The publication, Increasing the Uptake of New Technologies in Diabetes: Recommended Actions, summarises the findings […]
Important Victory for CGM Drivers
Driving regulations for people with diabetes in the UK require those about to go behind the wheel to check their glucose levels with a finger prick blood reading no more than two hours before driving and then again on a break after every two hours of driving. Failure to do can invalidate their compulsory car […]
NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE
Pakistan – Concerns that Pakistan’s health Care system might not be able to cope with the global epidemic of diabetes have been expressed by Dr Azok Fazal Pechuho, the country’s health minister. She says Pakistan should not only focus efforts on the prevention of diabetes, but also develop science based natural remedies that can help […]
Rising Autoimmune Numbers
Diabetes is considered to be an autoimmune condition and rising rates of such conditions are costing health care systems more each year. In the UK Connect Immune Research, a coalition of medical research charities, said many autoimmune conditions are becoming more common, with some increasing in incidence by as much as 9% each year. Published […]
One in Five Workers With Diabetes Face Discrimination
A study in the UK for Dexcom – the glucose monitoring system manufacturer – found employees with diabetes often feel discriminated against at work with almost a third believing the condition has damaged their career. This is despite the UK having some of the most advanced employment disability legislation in the world. The survey of […]
NEWS IN BRIEF
USA – News from the Senate Diabetes Caucus – http://observerme.com/2018/01/25/a-policy-change-that-will-improve-the-lives-of-millions-with-diabetes/ India – UK consultant Dr Partha Kar wonders: ‘Will the digital age bring about a change in diabetes care in India’ https://www.telegraphindia.com/science/on-a-sweet-note-192483 United Kingdom – URL https://www.diabetes.org.uk/Professionals/News-updates/APPG-for-diabetes-report-on-the-Future-of-Inpatient-Diabetes-Care Malaysia – Obesity among Asia-Pacific kids a growing health crisis http://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2018/04/09/researchers-obesity-among-asia-pacific-kids-a-growing-health-crisis/ France – The French Federation of Diabetics […]
John Bowis OBE – New Board Member and Trustee
PDGN is pleased to welcome former UK Health Minister and MEP John Bowis OBE to the Board and as a Trustee of PDGN’s charitable arm. John has a most impressive CV of successful health advocacy in the UK and EU. President: Health First Europe; Vice-President, European Health Forum Gastein; Chair Health Advisory Board, GSK; Adviser […]
SUGAR TAXES?
Do sugar taxes change the behaviour of consumers? There is evidence on both sides but one development that is welcomed is how the taxes change the amount of sugar manufacturers add to their products, even those who market zero sugar alternatives. The UK is the latest country to introduce a sugar tax following a long […]
News In Brief
Latest statistics show dramatic variations across the UK, and less than half of those with diabetes achieve UK recommended treatment targets – URL: http://diabetestimes.co.uk/latest-national-diabetes-audit-results-published/ Diabetes has become one of America’s most expensive diseases – URL: http://www.sacbee.com/news/local/health-and-medicine/article130487694.html As the diabetes burden rises in India, experts call for a pan-India diabetic policy – URL: http://everylifecounts.ndtv.com/as-diabetesburden-rises-in-indiaexperts-call-for-pan-india-diabetic-policy-10579
900 Try an Artificial Pancreas
Nearly 900 patients in England with Type 1 diabetes have been given a hybrid closed-loop system (HCL) artificial pancreas in a pilot study to test the effectiveness of the technology. An HCL continually monitors blood glucose and automatically adjusts the amount of insulin that is given through a pump. The trial is being run in […]
Diabetes Risk of 57 Other Chronic Disease
According to the UK’s Guardian newspaper, a recent study found that type 2 diabetes increases the risk of developing 57 other health conditions, including cancer, kidney disease and neurodegenerative diseases. Through a comprehensive study focusing on people over the age of 30 with type 2 diabetes, researchers at the University of Cambridge found that these […]