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Arthur Smart, 67, who was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes in 2006, was named Diabetes UK’s East of England Volunteer of the Year in 2016. Arthur calculates that he might have had Type 2 di

In 2011, Diabetes UK funded a groundbreaking research trial at Newcastle University that aimed to mimic the effects of weight loss surgery using a less invasive approach and to clarify the mechanis

Ruth Waxman has been a diabetes healthcare campaigner since she was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes two decades ago. Her journey has included setting up and chairing a Diabetes UK local gr

Aaron's story So this year I decided to do something I would remember for the rest of my life, something I never thought I would have the guts to actually do but always thought would be a

When Sophie first met her boyfriend, talking about her Type 1 diabetes wasn't the easiest thing for her. Now, ten years later, she shares her tips for managing Type 1 in a relationship.

After a period of letting things slide and not looking after his diabetes, Spencer is now on top of his game.I have been living with Type 1 diabetes for 23 years now and though I do not kn

Seven mums share their experiences of managing their child's diabetes. At diagnosis you’re thrown right into the deep end.

Mum Sara tells how a Diabetes UK Type 1 event made a world of difference to her daughter Lilly's life and helped the family turn the condition into a positive experience.