MyDiabetes
Welcome to our MyDiabetes resource
A dedicated page to support you on your diabetes journey, whether newly diagnosed or looking for some refresher updates. These resources have been designed by our team of healthcare professionals for you.
At High Risk of Type 2 Diabetes Information Booklet
This booklet has been designed to help you to understand:
Why you are at high risk of type 2 diabetes
What you can do to lower your risk of diabetes and stay healthy
Blood Glucose Monitoring
Blood glucose monitoring is an essential part of managing and controlling diabetes. This video will help give you an understanding of how to use the monitor and test your blood glucose levels.
Freestyle Libre
The Freestyle Libre flash glucose monitoring system measures your glucose levels continuously throughout the day. This video will show you how to get started.
Starting Insulin
Taking insulin for the first time can be quite overwhelming. This video will support you to become more confident with using an insulin pen in a safe and correct way.
Keeping Feet Healthy
This video demonstrates how to keep your feet healthy, with tips and advice on what to do if you have a problem.
Exercise
We have created this exercise infographic to support you with managing blood glucose levels with diabetes whilst exercising.
To download the infographic in PDF format, click here: COVID19_Exercise_and_Blood_Glucose_Levels.pdf
This information is sourced from the Diabetes UK and Smart Work and Life.
Five Important Health Behaviours for Diabetes Management
According to 2023 guidelines, there are five important health behaviours people with diabetes should be aware of to help them better manage their condition. These are the five S’s: Sitting, Stepping, Sweating, Strengthening and Sleep.
Take a look at our simple, easy to digest animation from the team, this helps to explain more about the five important health behaviours for diabetes management.