DiabetesWest

15/07/2023

If you're affected by the UK iOS / iPhone FreeStyle Libre app outage, have a look at the video below or follow these steps.

I haven't tested these steps, so hopefully either approach works for you. Please share with others.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66203549

https://youtu.be/LfIbDA8ciSg

Steps to reinstall
1. Delete app
2. Go to App Store
3. Click on photo or initial in top right corner
4. Click purchased
5. Search for librelink
6. Tap download
7. Log in
8. Don’t forget to turn on alarms
9. All previous data will be available on libreview online but previous data will no longer be on your app

If you’re having trouble completing the new FreeStyle LibreLink app update on your iPhone, here are some steps you can take.

31/08/2022

JDRF Virtual Event - Digital Diabetes

Shared on behalf of JDRF


This event itself has been carefully put together to help all living with T1D to understand more about diabetes technologies. It's not just the companies showing their pieces of technology but an event full of the connecting bits of information that does cause overwhelm in making a decision.

All about Smart Pens - Tom Crabtree

How the new NICE guidelines are being rolled out across the UK in an interview with the DTN - Alistair Lumb & Lesley Jordan

The importance of sharing your data - for the person with T1D, for clinic and for research - Melissa Holloway

Technology Choices (HOW to choose diabetes technologies that suit you) - Caroline Byrne, DSN

A look at new technologies coming in the near future - Nerdabetic

And a panel of people with T1D and parents of children with T1D to highlight the difference that the different types of technologies they have experienced have improved their quality of life - from just a Libre, to CGM and Smart Pens and right up to Hybrid Closed Loop.

The event will be recorded too and available to watch if people can't make it on Saturday.

Here's a link to register:

https://jdrf.org.uk/event/virtual-type-1-diabetes-technology-event-digital-diabetes/

JDRF, the type 1 diabetes charity. We fund research to cure, treat and prevent type 1. We work with government, academia and industry to accelerate research in the UK and within healthcare policy to ensure that the outcomes of research are delivered to people with type 1 in the UK.

jdrf.org.uk



I'm really looking forward to this as I know it will help support so many people and families and as it's recorded it will help us here in JDRF point to it on YouTube when people send us in enquiries and you too in clinic too hopefully as you get similar questions. And of course, people can register and get a link to the recording if they can't attend on Saturday too!





Best wishes,





Mary Murphy | Community Events Officer

JDRF, the world’s leading type 1 diabetes research charity

e: mmurphy@jdrf.org.uk

17/18 Angel Gate, City Road

London, EC1V 2PT

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Until we find the cure for type 1 diabetes, we are committed to improving lives. This includes providing support and resources for those living with, or affected by, type 1 diabetes. Click here for more detail or for an event near you. You can also find information on Coronavirus and type 1 diabetes here.

JDRF is the type 1 diabetes charity and a funder of world-class medical research to cure, prevent and treat type 1 diabetes.

06/03/2022

This Eating Disorders Awareness Week we’ve created a new information hub for anyone who may have type 1 diabetes and an eating disorder, also known as diabulimia or T1DE. Find out more about it, where to get help and hear from others who have experienced it themselves.

You’re not alone

https://bit.ly/3vFhl7V

15/09/2021

There is a new research study available from Ulster University on Epigenetics and Exercise in Type One Diabetes.

They are looking for both males and females with type one diabetes (aged 18-40) on multiple daily injections only and no other underlying medical conditions that require medications.

The study is also open to the non-diabetes population who will act as the control group. So, if you have a friend or family member who is willing to do the study with you why not sign up together! (Controls aged 18-40 years must have no underlying health condition, not be on any medication and non-smoker).

If you are interested in joining the study, please contact Róisín Carney by email

carney-r@ulster.ac.uk

to get more information on what is involved in the study.

There is a new research study available from Ulster University on Epigenetics and Exercise in Type One Diabetes.

They are looking for both males and females with type one diabetes (aged 18-40) on multiple daily injections only and no other underlying medical conditions that require medications. The study is also open to the non-diabetes population who will act as the control group. So, if you have a friend or family member who is willing to do the study with you why not sign up together! (Controls aged 18-40 years must have no underlying health condition, not be on any medication and non-smoker).

If you are interested in joining the study, please contact Róisín Carney by email carney-r@ulster.ac.uk to get more information on what is involved in the study.

30/08/2021

Whether you use a pump, a glucometer, a CGM or insulin pens...you use diabetes tech. But does that mean it's all rainbows and sunshine?
Dealing with technology and all the information that comes with it can be a challenge and so our next peer support session for 18-25 year olds is Tech and Type 1.

Do you love technology or find it a burden? Do you love your pump or need a break? We want to hear from you!
Join our session by registering at this link - https://forms.office.com/r/bibHx46bM9

19/08/2021

Pleease let us know if you are planning a pregnancy

Are you thinking about having a baby?

If you have diabetes (Type 1, Type 2 or previous gestational diabetes) it’s important to plan your pregnancy to help reduce risks to you and baby. To help attend your local diabetes pre-pregnancy clinic.

Details of the clinics and contact details are available:

Belfast Health and Social Care Trust
Tel: 0289 6152 113 or
E-mail: Pre-preg-diabetes@belfasttrust.hscni.net
GP referrals are welcome via CCG

Northern Health and Social Care Trust
Tel : 0782 7319 722 or
E-mail: Pregnancydiabetes@northerntrust.hscni.net
GP referrals are welcome via CCG

South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust
The Diabetes Hub Ulster Hospital
Tel: 028 9056 1426

Southern Health and Social Care Trust
Tel: 028 3763 3336
E-mail: diabetes.prepregnancycare@southerntrust.hscni.net

Western Health and Social Care Trust
Tel: 028 7161 1354
E-mail: DiP@westerntrust.hscni.net

South Eastern Health & Social Care Trust Diabetes UK Northern Ireland Public Health Agency Southern Health and Social Care Trust
Northern Health and Social Care Trust Western Health and Social Care Trust Belfast Trust

16/08/2021

Today!

Well we are counting down until our end of Summer Celebrations here at T1 Club H.Q, hope to see you all this Saturday at 12pm at the Amphitheatre, The Playtrail, Derry.
Feel free to bring friends and family and join the fun!! 🎉🎉

15/08/2021

A Derry woman who is climbing Mount Kilimanjaro later this year will raise funds for a local man who needs life saving cancer treatment.

19/07/2021

🎉🎉🎉 NEW EVENT COMING UP 🎉🎉🎉

We are being joined by the amazing Eoin, who not only lives with type 1 diabetes himself but is also a diabetic coach, helping to educate and empower people to live well with diabetes. Check him out on instagram as

Whether you live with type 1 diabetes, work with diabetes, are the parent of a child with diabetes or even just interested in what this condition entails - this event is not to be missed!

Make sure you register - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fireside-chat-with-insuleoin-the-diabetic-coach-tickets-163850131153

19/07/2021

We understand lots of you may be feeling anxious about coronavirus restrictions lifting in England today.

While some are welcoming this shift towards normality, we’re concerned the guidance for clinically extremely vulnerable people - many of whom have diabetes alongside other serious conditions - offers little protection and is putting pressure on individuals to continue making difficult decisions daily to keep themselves safe.

Vaccines are still the best way for you to protect yourself from the virus, so we encourage you to ensure you’re fully vaccinated if you’re eligible. And while masks are no longer obligatory in many public spaces, we hope the majority of people will still opt to wear theirs to protect themselves and others at risk.

Our CEO, Chris Askew CBE, published a letter in The Guardian on Friday calling on the Government to protect the clinically vulnerable beyond ‘freedom day’.

Read it here: http://orlo.uk/YQ4D0

We’re here for you if you’re feeling worried – give our helpline a call between 9am and 6pm on 0345 123 2399 or email helpline@diabetes.org.uk.

17/07/2021

Free and open to all

Our online peer support group for adults living with continues from Wed 21 July, 7.30pm and we'd love you to join us! Grab a cuppa and join in the chat and if you know someone else who'd enjoy it, bring them along! Email NIvolunteering@diabetes.org.uk for zoom link