Saturday 31st of January
Hello Everybody
I hope you are all feeling well today and for the sports fans are looking forward to Super Bowl Sunday and the pictures of the warm Florida sunshine.
Those of us in the more northern latitudes are either snowed in or expecting a brace of cold weather. Wrap up and keep warm!
There have been lots of new members joining our community this week and some very interesting articles have been posted. There are a couple of requests asking for some feedback and it would be great if one or two of us responded. Especially to the post ‘what inspires you about diabetes.’
http://mydiabetessocialnetwork.ning.com/forum/topics/what-inspires-you-about
If there is anything in particular that you want to ask or feel that would be beneficial and you don’t yet feel confident in posting a blog or forum entry yourself then just drop me a note privately and I’ll respond.
Thank you for letting your friends and colleagues know about the group and for those of you with your own blog sites or if you are on facebook please publicise mydiabetes. Let’s see if we can get to 100 members by next weekend.
Best wishes and have a great week!
David
PS – To change your picture from the blue square to one of you or indeed to a picture of your pets just press the “mypage” tab and under the blue box on you own Page there is a note saying change picture. Good Luck
Saturday 31 January 2009
Keep positive about your diabetes!
Diabetes is a disease that is long lasting. Health Care Professionals call diseases like diabetes chronic diseases. Diabetes affects a wide variety of people, young and old, black and white, and many of us know someone who is affected by diabetes.Being diagnosed and learning to live with diabetes can be a difficult thing. Feelings of denial, shock, anger, resentment and sadness are normal. The important thing is that you are not on your own. All over the world millions and millions of people live with diabetes and have normal happy lives. Understanding diabetes and understanding your diabetes takes time however with the right support you’ll be fine.The most important link in managing your diabetes is you and the reason for the existence of http://www.mydiabetes.com/ is to provide a resource for you to share your story and get some support from your fellow travelers on the diabetes journey.Keep positive!
Friday 30 January 2009
Eamonn Homes, Feelgood Factor and Diabetes
I understand that Eamonn Homes will be very busy indeed according to a report on Diabetes Uk this evening -
Good luck Eamonn from all of us a http://www.mydiabetes.com/
Co-host and contestant of new Saturday night ITV series ‘The Feelgood Factor’, Eamonn Holmes, will be raising funds for Diabetes UK over the coming eight weeks.
The programme is designed to provide people with the perfect way to change their lifestyle, with help, advice and support on how to eat better and exercise more.
Pledge a pound
Aimed at those aged 18 years or over, it encourages people to raise money for charity as they lose weight by signing up to the ‘Pound for Pound’ pledge. For every pound they pledge to lose, their friends and family can each pledge a pound or more in cash for their chosen charity.
For every pound in weight Eamonn loses, a pound or more in cash will be shared between Diabetes UK and Northern Ireland Chest Heart and Stroke.
Invaluable awareness raising
“When I was asked to nominate a charity for ‘The Feelgood Factor’, Diabetes UK was an obvious choice. I have friends who have had Type 2 diabetes creep up on them because of weight problems. I hope by doing this, I will raise awareness of the connection between Type 2 diabetes and being overweight and, of course, I also hope the funds raised help with all the great work Diabetes UK does”, said Eamonn.
“We’re delighted that Eamonn has chosen to support Diabetes UK," said Diabetes UK Chief Executive Douglas Smallwood.
"His public profile and the funds he raises will be invaluable in helping us improve awareness of the benefits of healthy living and physical activity in people with, and at risk of, Type 2 diabetes.”
'The Feelgood Factor' starts this Saturday at 5:50pm on ITV1.
Good luck Eamonn from all of us a http://www.mydiabetes.com/
Co-host and contestant of new Saturday night ITV series ‘The Feelgood Factor’, Eamonn Holmes, will be raising funds for Diabetes UK over the coming eight weeks.
The programme is designed to provide people with the perfect way to change their lifestyle, with help, advice and support on how to eat better and exercise more.
Pledge a pound
Aimed at those aged 18 years or over, it encourages people to raise money for charity as they lose weight by signing up to the ‘Pound for Pound’ pledge. For every pound they pledge to lose, their friends and family can each pledge a pound or more in cash for their chosen charity.
For every pound in weight Eamonn loses, a pound or more in cash will be shared between Diabetes UK and Northern Ireland Chest Heart and Stroke.
Invaluable awareness raising
“When I was asked to nominate a charity for ‘The Feelgood Factor’, Diabetes UK was an obvious choice. I have friends who have had Type 2 diabetes creep up on them because of weight problems. I hope by doing this, I will raise awareness of the connection between Type 2 diabetes and being overweight and, of course, I also hope the funds raised help with all the great work Diabetes UK does”, said Eamonn.
“We’re delighted that Eamonn has chosen to support Diabetes UK," said Diabetes UK Chief Executive Douglas Smallwood.
"His public profile and the funds he raises will be invaluable in helping us improve awareness of the benefits of healthy living and physical activity in people with, and at risk of, Type 2 diabetes.”
'The Feelgood Factor' starts this Saturday at 5:50pm on ITV1.
Monday 26 January 2009
Enid's Story managing mydiabetes
Enid Mutton is in her 70's and tells the story of how she felt when she was diagnosed with diabetes, how she reacted, what her health care team told her and how she manages now on a day to day basis. Her full story and a short film is here on our community site mydiabetes.com
http://mydiabetessocialnetwork.ning.com/profiles/blogs/managing-my-diabetes-enids
Enid explains that whilst at first she was very worried and afraid she was able to come to terms with her diagnosis and go on to manage on a daily basis.
Thank you Enid.
http://mydiabetessocialnetwork.ning.com/profiles/blogs/managing-my-diabetes-enids
Enid explains that whilst at first she was very worried and afraid she was able to come to terms with her diagnosis and go on to manage on a daily basis.
Thank you Enid.
Sunday 25 January 2009
Mydiabetes.com
The mydiabetes.com social media community has its first members. The purpose of our group is to provide support for and share our experience of diabetes with other patients, family members, friends and healthcare professionals.
To join us you will need to proceed to this link www.mydiabetes.com
Wednesday 14 January 2009
Blood Glucose target ranges - new information for self testers
Diabetes UK has updated its blood glucose target ranges for people with diabetes, following recommendations from the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE).
In November 2007, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) suggested changes to the post-meal target ranges.
In 2008, NICE published their guidelines for Type 2 diabetes, again with changes to the target ranges.
As part of Diabetes UK’s policy to continually review and update advice for people with diabetes, we have now reviewed our recommendations in line with NICE.
Here are the new ranges
Self monitoring of blood glucose levels UK
Self-monitoring of blood glucose is a beneficial part of diabetes management. As part of the day-to-day routine it can inform of necessary lifestyle and treatment choices as well as help to monitor for symptoms of hypo- or hyperglycaemia, or signs of long-term complications.
Self monitoring supported by education is therefore one of the key tools available to people with diabetes to enable them to self manage effectively. Essential to this is the person being able to discuss the purpose of self monitoring, how to interpret and act upon results.
It is important that the blood glucose levels being aimed for are as near normal as possible (that is in the range of those of a person who does not have diabetes).
These are:
3.5 - 5.5mmols/l before meals
less than 8mmols/l, 2 hours after meals.There are many different opinions about the ideal range to aim for. As this is so individual to each person, the target levels must be agreed between the person and their diabetes team.
The target blood glucose ranges below are indicated as a guide.
Children with Type 1 diabetes (NICE 2004)
Before meals: 4-8mmols/L
Two hours after meals: less than 10mmols/L
Adults with Type 1 diabetes (NICE 2004)
Before meals: 4- 7mmols/L
2 hours after meals: less than 9mmols/L
Type 2 diabetes (NICE 2008)
Before meals: 4-7mmol/L
Two hours after meals: less than 8.5mmols/L
In November 2007, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) suggested changes to the post-meal target ranges.
In 2008, NICE published their guidelines for Type 2 diabetes, again with changes to the target ranges.
As part of Diabetes UK’s policy to continually review and update advice for people with diabetes, we have now reviewed our recommendations in line with NICE.
Here are the new ranges
Self monitoring of blood glucose levels UK
Self-monitoring of blood glucose is a beneficial part of diabetes management. As part of the day-to-day routine it can inform of necessary lifestyle and treatment choices as well as help to monitor for symptoms of hypo- or hyperglycaemia, or signs of long-term complications.
Self monitoring supported by education is therefore one of the key tools available to people with diabetes to enable them to self manage effectively. Essential to this is the person being able to discuss the purpose of self monitoring, how to interpret and act upon results.
It is important that the blood glucose levels being aimed for are as near normal as possible (that is in the range of those of a person who does not have diabetes).
These are:
3.5 - 5.5mmols/l before meals
less than 8mmols/l, 2 hours after meals.There are many different opinions about the ideal range to aim for. As this is so individual to each person, the target levels must be agreed between the person and their diabetes team.
The target blood glucose ranges below are indicated as a guide.
Children with Type 1 diabetes (NICE 2004)
Before meals: 4-8mmols/L
Two hours after meals: less than 10mmols/L
Adults with Type 1 diabetes (NICE 2004)
Before meals: 4- 7mmols/L
2 hours after meals: less than 9mmols/L
Type 2 diabetes (NICE 2008)
Before meals: 4-7mmol/L
Two hours after meals: less than 8.5mmols/L
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