Here are some helpful articles for people living with Type 1 diabetes
Diabetes and Heart Disease
We know that heart disease is a complication of diabetes, and therefore affects people with Type 1.
Getting support for your mental health can help you manage your diabetes
“I’ve had Type 1 diabetes for 26 years and it hasn’t always been easy. Diabetes and my mental health have had a big impact on each other and it can be hard to unpick that. It’s acknowledged that diabetes can be hard because you don’t get a break."
Managing Hypo Anxiety by Dr Jen Nash, Clinical Psychologist
If you worry about hypos then please be reassured - you’re completely normal! Worrying about hypos is very common – one study found that 25 per cent of people with diabetes reported that worrying about hypos is a serious problem for them (Polonsky, 1999).
Count those carbs, keep active and keep talking by Emma Bostock
Facing up to the potential complications that diabetes can bring has led to Emma putting more focus on keeping her blood sugar levels within range. Acknowledgement: Diabetes UK
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