When Vincent's younger brother Jerome was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the age of seven, it sent shockwaves through their family.

An unexpected diagnosis 

In January 2023, David was selected to represent the UK at the Invictus Games, a milestone achievement. However, shortly after an endurance ride for charity in April, David began to experience alarming symptoms.

In this article, we delve into the experiences of a dedicated volunteer, Blair Dinwoodie, who having lived with type 1 diabetes since 2008 found an inspiring way to contribute to the wellbeing of others.

The event took place in Inverclyde and linked experts and influencers from the local community with health system leaders and NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde health practitioners.

The challenge, which involved swimming the equivalent of crossing the English Channel to France and back, aims to raise awareness and funds for diabetes research and support services.

NHS Forth Valley has opened a new Diabetes Care Hub at Falkirk Community Hospital which has been designed to provide a bright, airy space for people living with diabetes to come together to learn how to manage their condition, away from an acute hospital setting.

Benny

Macleod co-discovered insulin in 1922 and this year marks the centenary of his Nobel Prize for Medicine and Physiology that he was awarded in 1923 alongside Frederick Banting.

Lucie's journey with type 1 diabetes began with a diagnosis that caught her family completely off guard. It was a stark reminder of how diabetes can strike unexpectedly. However, this hasn't deterred Lucie from pursuing her passion for gymnastics and a variety of other sports.

John Kinnear, National Director of Diabetes Scotland, joined Jenni Minto MSP, Minister for Public Health and Women's Health, to consider how socioeconomic factors are influencing health inequalities and action needed to improve health outcomes.