Diabetes UK MK

This group aims to provide support, help, education and information for people living with diabetes in Milton Keynes and the surrounding area.

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Our next monthly meeting looks at diabetes and stigma. Why not come along and join the discussion?

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This months meeting - why not come along and join the discussion?

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Our colleagues over at the Aylesbury Vale Group are holding an event on Saturday, 13th June 2026 from 10.30am to 3pm.

Why not pop over and see what's going on and maybe explore the town and have a coffee while you're there?

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This month’s meeting - why not come along and join the discussion.

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Why not join us at our next monthly meeting to join the discussion about eye screening for people with diabetes?

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Trend Diabetes - Download their 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗯𝗲𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗸𝗶𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘆𝘀 leaflet.

This leaflet explains how you can reduce your risk of developing CKD, or slow its progression if you already have kidney damage.

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This National Feet Week, Diabetes UK is shining a spotlight on foot health and diabetes and why it matters.

Remember:
👣 Check your feet
👣 Protect them
👣 Don’t ignore warning signs

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Gestational Diabetes Traffic light tool

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Why not come along to our next monthly meeting and join the discussion.

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Why not come along to the next meeting and find out what care to expect if you live with diabetes and become a hospital inpatient.

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Why not come along to discuss the challenges and positives of your local diabetes care?

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Incredible achievement!

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Happy new year everyone. We hope you enjoyed the festive season.

Why not come along to our next meeting where we’ll be discussing food lifestyle choices. We’d love to see you there.

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Our next monthly meeting will be a discussion led by our Chair, Corinne Wykes, on the 10 year Health Plan for England. Why not come along and join the discussion. Further details in the poster.

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MK Kids with Diabetes are currently part of the Stronger Starts blue token scheme in Tesco, Wolverton (and possibly other branches)

MK Kids with Diabetes would be grateful if you would support them by popping your blue tokens in their box.

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When you first find out that you have diabetes, it is perfectly normal to feel a range of emotions including shock, anger and denial.

This leaflet can help you to understand those emotions and how to take care of yourself.

🔗 Download it here: https://t.co/HbfOMUqXww

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Milton Keynes based charity, DREAMSAI, host medical talks twice a month.

Last Sunday, the discussion was about Diabetes & Diet. Corinne and Bhavana attended with an awareness stand. They gave information about Diabetes UK, and what guidance/support the local group can offer.

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Rose Butler, a freelance dietitian with extensive experience of supporting adults living with diabetes. She will discuss the potential use of a low carb diet in managing diabetes and provide some guidance on how to implement it. Why not come along and join the discussion.