But to find ways to address it, we need a better understanding of how diabetes related stigma develops and how it affects people.

Dr Catherine Arden is a Lecturer in Diabetes at the University of Newcastle. With our funding she’s investigating why toxic molecules can stop insulin-making beta cells from working properly in people living with type 2 diabetes. 

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People living with diabetes can be at a higher risk of developing dental problems, like gum disease and tooth decay. So keeping on top of oral health is really important, and regular dentist appointments can play a part. 

The exciting findings point to alternative treatments to immunotherapies, which could help more people with type 1 diabetes to have a ‘softer landing’ after their diagnosis.

People living with diabetes can be at a higher risk of nerve damage in parts of their body, known as neuropathy.

Diabetes doesn’t just affect you physically, it can affect you emotionally too. But there’s still a lot more we need to understand about the impact of diabetes on mental and emotional wellbeing, and importantly, how to support people.

Research worldwide has pointed to a higher-than-expected number of new diagnoses of type 1 diabetes in people who have had coronavirus.

In type 1 diabetes, the immune system attacks and destroys insulin-making beta cells. But scientists aren’t sure if the immune system‘s attack on beta cells is entirely unprovoked or whether beta cells are playing a part in triggering their own downfall.