Primary Care Diabetes and Obesity Society

Primary Care Diabetes and Obesity Society The PCDO Society champions clinical quality in diabetes, obesity and associated long-term conditions.

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What are “prescribing cascades”? This illustrative case study describes a woman with type 2 diabetes who experiences an ...
10/04/2026

What are “prescribing cascades”? This illustrative case study describes a woman with type 2 diabetes who experiences an inadvertent prescribing cascade, and the actions taken to reduce the resulting polypharmacy and adverse effects.

https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0t9gl60

This framework could be particularly useful for primary care teams when assessing for clinical obesity in people without...
09/04/2026

This framework could be particularly useful for primary care teams when assessing for clinical obesity in people without clear complications.

https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0t9h940

Indications, effects and prescribing tips for the injectable incretin therapies licensed for weight management. Check ou...
07/04/2026

Indications, effects and prescribing tips for the injectable incretin therapies licensed for weight management. Check out our latest Prescribing pearls guide:

https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0t9h9-0

For primary prevention in people with type 2 diabetes, statin initiation is associated with reduced risk, both absolute ...
02/04/2026

For primary prevention in people with type 2 diabetes, statin initiation is associated with reduced risk, both absolute and relative, of all-cause death and major cardiovascular events, irrespective of 10-year QRISK3 score at baseline, according to this UK cohort study.

The findings should motivate us to encourage statin initiation and persistence for primary prevention in more people with type 2 diabetes.

https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0t9cPz0

27/03/2026

🚨 New HSSIB Report: Insulin Safety & Mental Health in the Community

In our video, Nicola Milne & Professor Sam Seidu reflect on this important report, which the PCDO Society contributed to as a stakeholder.

The report highlights serious safety risks for people with diabetes who also experience mental health problems, particularly around insulin self-administration:

• Missed or unsafe insulin use (omission or overdose)
• Poor coordination between diabetes and mental health services
• High-risk patients falling through gaps in care
• Limited access to specialist support and technology

💡 For primary care, the message is clear:
• Be proactive in identifying risk, don’t assume others are managing it, and take a coordinating role when care is fragmented.

⚠️ Content note:
This report considers the care of people experiencing mental health problems and includes discussion about eating disorders, self-harm, su***de and death. Some readers may find the contents distressing. Information about mental health support can be found via the NHS and charities such as Beat Eating disorders.

📄 Read the full report here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0t0Qmn0

🎧For further insights, we recommend the DSN forum podcast featuring Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Dr Rose Stewart. Listen here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0t0PBP0

27th March is World Adherence Day, and to mark this our colleagues at the University of Leicester have written a short g...
27/03/2026

27th March is World Adherence Day, and to mark this our colleagues at the University of Leicester have written a short guide to help us discuss this often overlooked issue.

https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0s_BNX0

21/03/2026

21 March marks World Down Syndrome Day.

People with Down syndrome have a higher risk of developing diabetes. Primary care is often their first point of contact, so we are in a key position to support prevention and early screening, and to provide personalised care for people with Down syndrome living with diabetes.

By working closely with families and communities, we can also promote inclusion, reduce health inequalities and support people with Down syndrome and diabetes to live healthier, fuller lives.

📍 The PCDO Society is exhibiting today at the PCDS Conference!If you're attending, make sure to stop by the PCDOS table ...
13/03/2026

📍 The PCDO Society is exhibiting today at the PCDS Conference!

If you're attending, make sure to stop by the PCDOS table and say hello 👋

The Primary Care Dermatology Society supports healthcare professionals managing dermatology in primary care, and it's always great to connect with colleagues who share a shared interest in improving dermatology care for patients.

We’d love to meet you!

12/03/2026

On World Kidney Day, Hannah Beba and Kathrine Parker discuss the vital role of primary care in identifying and managing chronic kidney disease, live from UKKW. UK Kidney Association

12/03/2026

12th March is World Kidney Day, a timely reminder of the importance of spotting chronic kidney disease (CKD) as early as possible, especially in primary care. CKD is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease. The earlier we identify it, the more we can do to protect both kidney and heart health.

People living with diabetes, high blood pressure or cardiovascular disease should have regular kidney checks, including an annual blood test for eGFR and a urinary ACR. Learn more about why is so important with our short video: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0slQrt0.

Earlier diagnosis means better outcomes for kidneys and for hearts.

Today on International Women's Day, we celebrate the incredible women working across primary care who lead, support, adv...
08/03/2026

Today on International Women's Day, we celebrate the incredible women working across primary care who lead, support, advocate and transform the lives of our patients every single day.

The PCDO Society Committee is grateful to have such a brilliant and inspirational group of women at our core, who continue to champion equity, amplify women's voices, and support leadership and best practice at every level of healthcare.

A big thank you to our wonderful team!

04/03/2026

This year's theme of , "Changing Systems, Healthier Lives," highlights the importance of tackling the wider social, economic, and environmental factors that influence obesity.

Primary care has a vital role in obesity management, but to fully realise this potential, we must strengthen clinician training, improve referral pathways and ensure access to emerging treatments.

To support this, the PCDO Society offers free, evidence-based CPD modules at https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0shFbH0.

We strongly encourage colleagues in primary care to register and take part in this educational opportunity as we work together to improve obesity care for our patients.

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