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1. Skipping diabetes checks 'can double death risk'
   

   13th July 2017 – People with diabetes who skip their annual checks could be doubling their risk of dying prematurely, according to data published by NHS Digital. Diabetes UK says it underlines the importance for patients to ensure they have at least the 9 potentially life-saving checks recommended b

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2. Most of us not eating our 5-a-day, survey finds
   

   12th June 2017 – Most adults in the UK eat nowhere near the recommended 5 portions of fruit and vegetables each day, a survey has revealed. The research commissioned by Diabetes UK also found that many of us are confused by what a portion actually means. "About 66% of adults that were surveyed are e

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3. Sugary drinks changes affect diabetes hypo recovery
   

   30th May 2017 -- While a reduction in the amount of sugar in soft drinks is good news for most people, Diabetes UK is warning it could catch out people who need a sugar boost after a 'hypo'. Manufacturers are changing recipes for many soft drinks to help tackle obesity, after prompting from health o

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4. A 2-week lazy holiday 'could be a health risk'
   

   17th May 2017 – Lazing around on a summer holiday increases the risk of a range of health problems, UK researchers are warning. Results of a small study led by the University of Liverpool show that just 2 weeks of inactivity for young, healthy people can lead to muscle wastage and bring about change

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5. Cold weather reduces pregnancy diabetes risk
   

   15th May 2017 - Colder weather and outside temperatures can reduce the risk of developing diabetes in pregnancy, known as gestational diabetes. According to Canadian research the outdoor air temperature has a direct link to the risk of gestational diabetes, and for every 10C rise in temperature, wom

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6. 9 type 2 diabetes desserts
   

   Having type 2 diabetes doesn't mean always saying no to pudding. Life would be a bit boring without chocolate or apple crumble. You can still have an occasional sweet treat - just be mindful of what you choose and the amount you have. The advice is the same for everyone else too. Having too many swe

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7. Diabetes and obesity linked to brain changes
   

   28th April 2017 – Overweight and obese people with type 2 diabetes may have a higher risk of progressive brain problems such as dementia compared to diabetic people who are a healthy weight, according to a study. Researchers in South Korea and the United States looked into how being overweight or ob

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8. Type 2 diabetes 'may be reversible in 4 months'
   

   16th March 2017 – New evidence has emerged to support the idea that type 2 diabetes might be reversible. Canadian researchers say they have demonstrated that it is possible to put patients into remission in as little as 4 months. However, they say it involves intensive medical treatment and lifestyl

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9. Screen time 'raises child diabetes risk'
   

   14th March 2017 – Limits on children's screen time to reduce their risk of developing type 2 diabetes may be appropriate, a study has concluded. Researchers say the need for action may be particularly urgent, since their findings are based on 10-year old data when children didn't have access to smar

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10. Diabetes monitoring with a patch
    

    2nd March 2017 – There's a new way for people with diabetes to monitor their blood sugar levels which doesn't rely on finger prick blood tests. What it does use is a sensor on the arm and the kind of technology used in contactless bank cards. The new-style monitor licensed for use in the European Un

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