Greater Manchester North Diabetic Eye Screening Programme

30/07/2025

Come along to the Collabor8 2025 event at The Derby High School, BL9 9NH till 4pm.

29/07/2025

11/07/2025

Hot weather can significantly alter blood sugar levels, increasing the risk of hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia. People with diabetes can stay safe in warm weather by staying hydrated, protecting their diabetes supplies from heat damage, and monitoring their blood sugar frequently. 😎

10/07/2025

The diabetic eye screening timeline from booking to results:

1. Patients will receive a letter in the post when they are due a diabetic eye screening appointment with details of their upcoming appointment. Patients can also book or re-arrange appointments themselves by contacting our Bookings Team on 01204 891000, via email: enquiries.gmnorthdesp@nhs.net or by using the Patient Portal: https://portal.gmnorthdesp.co.uk

2. The patient attends their appointment (approximately 30 minutes in length), and digital images of the retinas are captured by a trained Screener after eye drops are applied. Please remember not to drive after the screening is completed and to arrange alternative transport if necessary.

3. The screening images are then graded by a team of trained professionals.

4. Results letters are then sent out in the post to patients, or patients can opt to go paper-free and download their results directly from the Patient Portal. The patient's GP will also be informed of the results. If any signs of retinopathy are found or if the images captured were not of sufficient quality due to e.g. other eye conditions, patients will be contacted with further information about any follow-up action required.

https://www.inhealthgroup.com/diabetic-eye-screening/contact-and-locations/ -north

09/07/2025

Meet the first Barbie with type 1 diabetes.

Barbie and Breakthrough T1D are proud to partner on the first-ever Barbie doll with type 1 diabetes, designed with inclusion and empathy at the core. 💙​
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Type 1 diabetes (T1D) occurs when the body stops making its own insulin, which is why this Barbie wears a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) to track her blood sugar, and an insulin pump at her waist! The doll represents the incredible people living with T1D, and shows kids that a life with this condition is just as vibrant, fulfilling, and rich with possibilities. ​

Her blue polka dot style is a nod to the global symbols for diabetes awareness, and a reminder of the life-changing work being done by organizations like Breakthrough T1D, who are helping make everyday life with type 1 diabetes better.

09/07/2025

(hair loss) can be a challenge for those with . 🧴🔍 Explore possible causes behind hair loss for those with diabetes and tips to encourage regrowth. Link in the comments.

08/07/2025

At age 12 young people with diabetes type 1 will be invited to attend their eye screening for the first time. We know this can be a scary prospect for anyone at their first screening so we thought we would let you know that Digibete have a great video on eye screening and lots of useful information on managing diabetes.

https://www.digibete.org/digibete-teens/12-13

Here you’ll find lots of useful films to support you and your family to better manage your Type 1 Diabetes. You could watch together with your family or on your own, and you can use them to show your friends, school or community to help raise awareness.

07/07/2025

Leaflets about Diabetic Eye Screening are now available in 30 languages.

If English is not your first language and you need a language interpreter for your appointment, please let us know in advance by calling us on 01204 891000 or via email at hil.gmnengagement@nhs.net

We can also arrange a British Sign Language interpreter if you have a hearing impairment.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/diabetic-eye-screening-description-in-brief

Information explaining the NHS diabetic eye screening programme and why it is offered.

04/07/2025

Sending out diabetic eye screening letters costs the NHS millions of pounds a year. Go paperless today! Sign up to the Diabetic Eye Screening Patient Portal.

Our patient portal is an amazing tool where you can book, rebook, cancel or rearrange your appointments, manage where you are seen and how we contact you, you can also view your images once your images have been graded.

Download the Portal via your NHS app and have everything to hand for your diabetic eye screening.

https://portal.gmnorthdesp.co.uk

27/06/2025

20/06/2025

20/06/2025

Protect your sight — it only takes minutes!
👁️ Diabetes can damage your eyes before you notice any symptoms.
✅ Retinal screening is a quick, painless check that can help catch problems early to prevent sight loss.

🎥 Watch this video from Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust to see how it works and why it matters:
https://youtu.be/XQRPdi_F-wU?si=gxULtXfQNNej00Ic

We’re proud to share that this was a project our very own President and Media Coordinator worked on — helping to raise awareness and improve eye health outcomes.

Brought to you by the British Association of Retinal Screening (BARS) — supporting high-quality screening across the UK.

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