LDC experts develop new EASD module on structured diabetes education
The Leicester Diabetes Centre (LDC), home to internationally recognised leaders in diabetes research, education and innovation, has played a key role in developing a new European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) e‑learning module showcasing the UK’s approach to structured education for people living with type 2 diabetes.
Eating Well on a Budget with Type 2 Diabetes
In this episode, we’re joined once again by Finley Turner, Senior Specialist Research Dietitian at the Leicester Diabetes Centre. This time, we’re diving into the practical realities of eating well on a budget.
Understanding stigma in early-onset type 2 diabetes
A new study sheds light on how stigma shapes the everyday experiences of young adults living with early-onset type 2 diabetes, and why it matters for care, communication and outcomes.
Building expertise in Early Onset Type 2 Diabetes: Insights from the LDC symposium
On Wednesday 14 January 2026, Leicester Diabetes Centre (LDC) hosted an EOT2D Symposium, bringing together national leaders and 65 healthcare professionals from across the UK to share evidence, best practice and forward-thinking solutions.
Understanding Emotional Eating: Insights from Senior Specialist Research Dietitian Finn Turner
In our latest episode, we talk with Fin Turner, Senior Specialist Research Dietitian at the Leicester Diabetes Centre, about the fascinating topic of emotional eating, the tendency to eat in response to feelings such as sadness, stress, anxiety, or boredom rather than physical hunger.
LDC launches new toolkit to support the transformation of diabetes services
A new resource developed through long‑standing partnership work across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) sets out a clear, practical route for improving diabetes care at scale.
Breaking the stigma around type 2 diabetes in young adults
In our latest episode, we sit down with Dr Michelle Hadjiconstantinou, Lead Chartered Psychologist at the Leicester Diabetes Centre and Behavioural Scientist at the University of Leicester, to tackle an important but often overlooked issue: the stigma surrounding Type 2 Diabetes (T2DM) in young adults.
New Podcast Episode: Empowering Diabetes Care: Insights from Julia Burdon and MyDESMOND
Julia Burdon, Education and Research Associate at the Leicester Diabetes Centre, discusses the importance of high-quality diabetes education and the power of digital tools in supporting self-management.
New Podcast Episode: Fertility, Women’s Health, and Type 2 Diabetes – A Conversation with Professor Claire Meek
Professor Claire Meek discusses how type 2 diabetes can influence fertility and women’s reproductive health.
Age at prediabetes diagnosis a key factor for risk of type 2 diabetes and cancer, study indicates
Academics from the Leicester Diabetes Centre have found that the risk of developing cancer following a prediabetes diagnosis is greater in those aged between 55 and 75 years than any other age group.
Women’s Health and Type 2 Diabetes – Insights from Professor Claire Meek
A new episode of LDC Presents: The M3 Podcast is now live.
This week, we speak with Professor Claire Meek to explore the unique challenges women face when managing type 2 diabetes.
Global study reveals major gaps in diabetes care targets
Less than half of people living with type 2 diabetes meet the recommended guideline targets for blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol, new international research has shown.
LDC team commended for transforming care for Early Onset Type 2 Diabetes
We’re thrilled to share that the Leicester Diabetes Centre (LDC) has been commended for the Patient Care Pathway, Secondary, Primary, Specialist or Community Care award at the prestigious Quality in Care (QiC) Diabetes Awards.
World Diabetes Day 2025: Supporting people with diabetes at work
Every year on 14 November, World Diabetes Day (WDD) raises awareness of the condition affecting over 500 million people worldwide.
Managing diabetes distress and creating supportive workplaces
In honour of this year’s World Diabetes Day theme, ‘Diabetes and the Workplace’, we’re focusing on what it means to live with diabetes at work.