Read our latest magazine Issue 4 for articles from specialist authors on ‘Covid-19 and Diabetes’, the 15 Essentials checks and find out how other people live with diabetes. Molly-May has written an article to share her experience of being a student and travelling with Type 1 diabetes.
Mission Statement .
To encourage people with all types of diabetes to enhance their enjoyment of life.
Our aims.
Provide support and information to people with diabetes, be a platform for discussion and raising awareness of diabetes on the Island. Campaign for excellence in the care of people with diabetes and to provide a voice for them to be heard.
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We have our next committee meeting on Tuesday, 12 Oct at 7pm and would love you to join in if you have any questions or experiences you'd like up share about living with diabetes and using diabetes services. please get in touch be email at info@diabetesiow.org.uk for a ZOOM link.
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Join us for a discussion, feedback and question and answer session with our committee members on the 12 October, 7pm to 8pm via ZOOM. If you'd like to join this meeting, please email info@diabetesiow.org.uk for a meeting link. Everyone's welcome!
We will be at the Wolverton Manor Garden Fair on 4/5th September. drop in for a chat and to pick up one of our magazines
Summer is here and we're experiencing extreme heat at the moment. Here are some top tips to stay safe in hot weather: ![]()
➡️ Stay hydrated ![]()
➡️ Check in on elderly neighbours![]()
➡️ Keep cool indoors by opening widows and using fans. ![]()
➡️ Always wear sunglasses, a hat and sun cream outdoors, and stay out of direct sun where possible.
#DiabetesFact Diabetes can happen to anyone. It occurs when the body doesn't make enough insulin. These are some of the signs to lookout for: ![]()
➡️Excessive thirst![]()
➡️Frequent urination![]()
➡️Weight loss![]()
➡️Tiredness