News Blog — Leicester Diabetes Centre

ADVICE: Updated Coronavirus Questions Answered by our Diabetes Team

Some frequently asked questions from our patient helpline in Leicester

PatientMichael BonarApril 7, 2020Medication, COVID-19, FAQ, Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, MyDESMOND

VIDEO: Setting up a home office

Hints and tips for setting up a home office space.

PatientMichael BonarApril 7, 2020COVID-19, Animation, Working From Home

VIDEO: Continuing to support patients

The Leicester Diabetes Centre continues to support people living with diabetes, adapting to change and creating innovative ways to further engage with patients

PatientMichael BonarApril 7, 2020VIdeo, Education, LDC

INFOGRAPHIC: Remaining physically active during COVID-19 for those with diabetes

In this infographic we highlight the benefits of remaining active, alongside some top tips on how to do so whilst at home or in isolation.

PatientMichael BonarApril 6, 2020Diabetes, Wellbeing, COVID-19, Physical Activity, Infographic

LOCAL: Red 4 Research Support

We supported Red 4 Research, a campaign to raise awareness and show appreciation to research staff and participants.

PatientMichael BonarApril 5, 2020Red 4 Research, NHS, LDC, COVID-19

RESOURCES: Resources About Coronavirus in South Asian Languages

Our colleagues at SAHF have put together some resources and links in South Asian Languages to follow for advice during the Coronavirus Pandemic.

PatientMichael BonarApril 3, 2020South Asian, Urdu, Bengali, Hindi, COVID-19, SAHF, Gujarati, Punjabi

INFOGRAPHIC: My wellbeing, diabetes and COVID-19

We’ve put together a helpful infographic on coronavirus (COVID-19) can affect people with diabetes

PatientMichael BonarMarch 30, 2020Mental Health, Diabetes, Wellbeing, COVID-19

Guidance on the mental health and wellbeing aspects of coronavirus

This GOV.UK guide provides advice on how to look after your mental health and wellbeing during the coronavirus outbreak.

PatientMichael BonarMarch 30, 2020Mental Health, COVID-19, GOV.UK, Wellbeing

ADVICE: Coronavirus Questions Answered by our Diabetes Team

Some frequently asked questions from our patient helpline in Leicester

PatientMichael BonarMarch 29, 2020Medication, COVID-19, FAQ, Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, MyDESMOND

NATIONAL: Guides for patient management during coronavirus pandemic

As doctors we all have general responsibilities in relation to CORONAVIRUS-19 and for these we should seek and act on national and local guidelines.

HCPMichael BonarMarch 29, 2020National, DKA, COVID-19

VIDEO: Checking Blood Glucose and Injecting Insulin Correctly

We’ve collected some helpful videos to help manage your diabetes by the NHS

PatientMichael BonarMarch 27, 2020Video, Insulin, Blood Glocuse, NHS, COVID-19

VIDEO: Working From Home

We've put together an animation to help and go over some tips to ensure you excel working from home.

PatientMichael BonarMarch 26, 2020COVID-19, Animation, Working From Home

ADVICE: What is the difference between social distancing and self-isolation?

There are lots of confusion regarding social distancing and self-isolation please find some helpful guidance.

PatientMichael BonarMarch 26, 2020COVID-19, Social Distancing, Self Isolation

MYDESMOND: NHS diabetes course now free in response to coronavirus

Every person with type 2 diabetes in the UK can access an NHS online education course to help them manage their condition during the coronavirus outbreak.

PatientMichael BonarMarch 26, 2020Type 2 Diabetes, DESMOND, Education, MyDESMOND, Digital, COVID-19

ADVICE: Coronavirus and how to protect your mental health

Coronavirus has plunged the world into uncertainty and the constant news about the pandemic can feel relentless. All of this is taking its toll on people's mental health.

PatientMichael BonarMarch 16, 2020COVID-19, Mental Health

Up to a third of people with type 2 diabetes not taking prescriptions properly

Leicester researchers have used a unique screening approach to suggest that nearly a third of people with type 2 diabetes may be putting their health at risk because they are not taking their medications correctly.

Michael BonarApril 8, 2019Diabetes, NCAT, NIHR Leicester BRC, Medication

Bollywood Dance is back at Leicester Diabetes Centre

Starting April 30th, researchers from Leicester Diabetes Centre will be joining residents of Oadby and Wigston to discuss healthy lifestyles and join in a fun, free, diabetes friendly Bollywood dance class.

New EASD-ADA consensus guidelines on managing hyperglycaemia in type 2 diabetes launched

Professor Melanie Davies from Leicester Diabetes Centre co-chairs expert panel behind new recommendations.

Michael BonarOctober 15, 2018Melanie J Davies, ADA, EASD, GLP-1, Hyperglycaemia, Diabetes, Leicester

African Caribbean men help to spread prostate cancer message in Leicestershire

A video featuring the personal experiences of men with prostate cancer will be showcased in Leicester at an event to raise awareness of the disease among African Caribbean men.

Michael BonarOctober 4, 2018Diabetes, Leicester, Centre for BME Health, Prostate Cancer, NIHR CLAHRC-EM, BME, Risk

EDEN scoops major health IT award

The Effective Diabetes Education Now (EDEN) team has been named the winner of a major prize at an annual award ceremony.

HCP TrainingMichael BonarDecember 20, 2017EDEN, Diabetes, Leicester, Award, Health Business Awards