NEWS | Three LDC experts have developed a new e-learning module for @easdnews.bsky.social showcasing the UK's approach to structured learning for people living with #type2diabetes. Read more: www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/ld...

#Ramadan is approaching, and we know this is an important time for many Muslims. If you’re living with #diabetes, you may be exempt from fasting, but if you choose to fast, we’ve created resources to help you prepare safely. Learn more: www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/a-safer-rama...

Do you have #type1diabetes? Do you struggle to recognise the symptoms of low blood glucose? The CLEAR #research study might be for you. Find out more by visiting our website: www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/research-blo... Or watching this video! youtu.be/rRo-CKdsuf8

Eating well doesn’t have to cost more. In our latest #podcast episode, dietitian Fin Turner shares practical, affordable ways to build a balanced diet for #type2diabetes. Listen now: www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/m3...

A study by LDC experts in diabetes has confirmed that hybrid closed-loop systems outperform sensor-augmented pumps in #type1diabetes management. Read the full article: www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/hy... #HCL #DiabetesTechnology

📣 The January edition of our newsletter is now live! Click below to read about the latest news and developments from the Leicester Diabetes Centre... 🔗 www.linkedin.com/pulse/diabet...

Early-onset type 2 diabetes is NOT the same condition diagnosed earlier. It’s faster, more complex and needs tailored pathways. Thank you to all who joined our LDC symposium to drive change. 🔗 leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/in... #DiabetesCare #EOT2D

Why do we eat when we’re stressed, bored, or emotional? In our latest episode, we speak with Senior Specialist Research Dietitian Fin Turner about emotional eating, reward-based eating and how to spot true hunger from cravings. Listen now: leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/m3...

A new Diabetes Model of Care Toolkit is now available, capturing over a decade of partnership work across LLR. It offers a practical, evidence‑based framework to improve diabetes care in primary, community & specialist settings. Read more: www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/di...

We celebrated 11 of our Diabetes MSc students who graduated @uniofleicester.bsky.social on Friday 🎉 To find out more about the Diabetes MSc by Distance Learning course, visit: le.ac.uk/courses/diab...

We welcomed a new cohort of 18 students to the @uniofleicester.bsky.social Diabetes MSc by Distance Learning course in October. They have now completed the Glycaemic Management module & are moving on to their first option module this week. Find out more: le.ac.uk/courses/diab...

“You must be eating too much.” “You’re not trying hard enough.” These harmful assumptions about #Type2Diabetes can deeply affect young adults’ mental health. Listen to our latest podcast episode with Dr Michelle Hadjiconstantinou: 🔗 www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/br... #EndStigma

Celebrating one year of Dr Ruth James at LDC! From a PhD at Loughborough to leading the MSc in Diabetes, Ruth brings 14 years of experience managing programmes & shaping education. Read about her journey: www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/dr... #DiabetesEducation #LifestyleMedicine

In partnership with the RCN, our EDEN education team is holding a FREE online education session for healthcare professionals titled: "Understanding Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) data." 🗓️15 Jan 📷6-7:30pm Book your place now: app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/700... #HCPs #CPD

Listen to the new M3 Podcast episode!🎧 Julia Burdon talks about diabetes education & MyDESMOND, LDC's digital platform designed to support everyday self-management & long-term healthy habits. 🔗 www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/in... #DiabetesEducation #SelfManagement

In partnership with The Royal College of Nursing, our EDEN team is holding a FREE online education session for healthcare professionals titled: "Understanding Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) data." 🗓️15 Jan ⌚️6-7:30pm Book your place now: app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/700... #HCPs #CPD

Huge thanks to @cmos1993.bsky.social from The RCN for highlighting the powerful collaboration between nursing, research, & education during his recent visit to LDC and our EDEN team! Read more: www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve... #DiabetesCare #Nursing

🎁 Last week, LDC staff delivered Christmas boxes to the YMCA, created from months of generous donations. Thank you to everyone involved, your kindness and teamwork made this possible 💙

Catch the latest episode of the #M3Podcast! Prof Claire Meek returns to explore how #type2diabetes can affect #fertility & how glucose control, weight management & GLP-1 medications may help improve outcomes. Listen here: www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/fe... #DiabetesCare #Fertility

The latest LDC #newsletter is now live! Featuring recognition for our work transforming care, a look at the latest #research findings, insights into game-changing #technology, & much more. 🔗 www.linkedin.com/pulse/diabet...

📣New podcast episode! How does #type2diabetes shape women’s health & pregnancy planning? Professor Claire Meek joins us to unpack key considerations, supportive care, & safe contraceptive choices. 🎧 Listen here: www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/wo... #DiabetesCare #WomensHealth

👏 Huge congratulations to #TeamLDC for being commended at the #QiCDiabetes Awards! Their innovative care pathway for Early Onset Type 2 Diabetes is transforming lives. Learn more: www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/ld... #DiabetesCare #Innovation

The number of people diagnosed with early onset #Type2Diabetes is rising. Join leading experts, including Professor Claire Meek, at our Early Onset T2D Symposium for evidence-based strategies to improve outcomes. Register today: leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/ea...

Day 2 at the #PCDOConference Join Dimitris Papamargaritis for 'Masterclass 1: Implementation of Obesity Guidelines' at 11:20. Don't forget to visit the exhibition space to meet LDC representatives & learn more about our education programmes. #DiabetesCare #ObesityManagement

We’re live at the PCDO Conference in Birmingham! Come and say hi👋 to the LDC representatives today in the exhibition space to explore our work in diabetes and obesity care. Details below⬇️ #PCDOConference #Diabetes #ObesityCare

Learn from experts at LDC! There's still time to join our Physical Health Behaviours course for professionals supporting people with long-term conditions. 🔹3 Dec 2025 | £75 (incl. lunch & parking) 🔹Online + in-person www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/en...

Early-onset #type2diabetes is on the rise. What does this mean for clinical practice? Hear from leading experts at our upcoming symposium. 📅 14 Jan 2026 🔗 Register now: leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/ea...

Did you know 4.6 million people in the UK live with diabetes? This #WorldDiabetesDay we explore diabetes-related distress, workplace support & your rights. Read the full article: www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/ma... #DiabetesAwareness #WorkplaceWellbeing

It’s #WorldDiabetesDay! The theme, ‘Diabetes & the workplace’, reminds us how important supportive workplaces are. Watch our colleague & his manager share how flexibility at work helps manage diabetes day to day: www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/wo... #DiabetesAwareness

🎙️ New episode alert! How is #technology transforming diabetes care? Prof. Pratik Choudhary joins Dr Louisa Herring to discuss #CGMs, apps & the future of #DigitalHealth. Listen here: www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/ho... #DiabetesCare #M3Podcast

Join our full-day educational programme on physical health behaviours for people with long-term conditions. 🔹3 Dec 2025 | Leicester Diabetes Centre 🔹£75 | Includes lunch & parking Why are physical health behaviours are important? 👇 youtu.be/9z6AlRbdNWE

Improve patient outcomes with the 5S’s – Sleep, Sitting, Stepping, Sweating & Strengthening. Join our interactive course at the LDC on 3 Dec 2025. £75 | Includes lunch & online module 🔗 leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/en... #HealthEducation #NHS #Wellbeing

HCPs! Join us for the Early Onset #Type2Diabetes Symposium. 🗓️14 Jan 2026 📍LDC, Leicester General Hospital. Hear from experts incl. Profs Claire Meek, Shivani Misra, & Emma Wilmot. Free to attend. Places are limited, so book now: leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/ea...

The latest edition of The LDC Newsletter is now live. Read about our upcoming Early Onset Type 2 Diabetes Symposium, award-winning behaviour change programme for truck drivers, a review of the next generation of obesity treatments and more! 🔗 www.linkedin.com/pulse/diabet...

🎙️Listen to our Co-Director, Prof Kamlesh Khunti explore the complexities & future of managing multiple long-term conditions (MLTC) with Dr Ghanshyam Kacha ⬇️ #ChronicConversations

Last chance to sign up! Join our EDEN team tomorrow for a Lipid Management in Type 2 Diabetes virtual event. Hear from experts Niraj Lakhani & Nicole Green on cholesterol, lifestyle & treatment strategies in #PrimaryCare. Register now: app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/700...

The SHIFT programme won an award at the National Courier Awards! Highlighted this #NationalLorryWeek (3–9 Nov), it’s now rolling out at Gregory Distribution. Read more: leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/sh... #SHIFTProgramme #DriverHealth #RoadSafety

Join our experts for the 'Enhance Physical Health Behaviours' course for HCPs supporting people with long-term conditions. 3 Dec 2025 | £75 (incl. lunch & parking) Online + in-person Book your place now: www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/en...

Our latest #LDCpodcast episode is out now! 🎧 Dr Louisa Herring joins us to discuss the 5S’s of Physical Activity - sleep, sitting, stepping, sweating & strengthening - and how small daily changes can improve long-term health. 👉 Listen here: www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/ne...

Creativity meets impact at LDC! Meet Charlie Franklin, our Senior Creative, who brings diabetes research to life visually. ☕🚴‍♂️ Read more: www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/me... #DiabetesResearch #HealthDesign

Do you have #Type2Diabetes & aged between 18-45 years? The DANA #research study tests a digital programme specifically designed for people with type 2 diabetes, which aims to improve people’s health & wellbeing. Find out more: dana-mydesmond.squarespace.com #BePartofResearch #health

One week to go until Diabetes Professional Care 2025! 📍21-22 October | Olympia London Register here to secure your free pass: www.diabetesprofessionalcare.com Find out which LDC experts will be there: www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/ld... #DPC2025

🎙️New podcast episode! We’re joined by Rachel Berrington, Diabetic Foot Lead at Leicester's Hospitals, to discuss diabetes-related foot disease. Listen for how to spot early signs & steps you can take to protect your feet. Listen now: leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/ne... #DiabetesCare

Today we’re celebrating the vital role AHPs play across the #NHS. Meet Fin Turner, Senior Specialist Research Dietitian, supporting participants in studies exploring new weight loss treatments. 🔗Read more: www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/co... #AHPsDay2025 #Dietitian

The October edition of our #newsletter is live! Catch up on the latest #research from our experts, find out who’s speaking at #DPC2025, celebrate our recent award successes, and more. 👉 Read now & subscribe so you don’t miss future updates: www.linkedin.com/pulse/diabet...

Our Hypo Heroes assembled this week to support #HypoAwareness Week, which raises awareness of hypoglycaemia among healthcare professionals across the UK. Find out more & download the resource pack, supported by our Eden team, at hypoawarenessweek.com. #HCPs

The first episode of the M3 Podcast series is live! During the series, hear from our experts talking about: 🔹Emotional & psychological wellbeing when living with diabetes 🔹Diabetic foot disease 🔹Stepping into better health Listen here: www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/ld...

This week is #HypoAwarenessWeek! Our Eden team has created a 'Highlighting Hypos' infographic for #healthcareprofessionals to use when reviewing someone with #diabetes ⬇️

Eight of our experts will be speaking at this year’s #DPC2025 in London (21–22 Oct), sharing the latest insights in diabetes research, management & education. Read the full line-up ⬇️ 🔗 www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/ld...

🎙️From research to reality, our new LDC podcast is here! We’re starting with a special #M3Study series, which explores the unique challenges faced by young adults living with #type2diabetes. 🔗 Listen to the first episode here: www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/news-blog/ld...