NHSLDiabetes

NHS Lothian Diabetes - keep up to date with news, developments and staff education and training opportunities from the Lothian Diabetes Service

[NHSLDiabetes @NHSL_Diabetes]

Very exciting news in Type 1 Diabetes. Huge progress….and perhaps a step closer to a cure? #Type1Diabetes #Teplizumab #T1D

[Breakthrough T1D UK @BT1DUK]

We are thrilled to announce that @US_FDA has approved the world's first disease-modifying drug for #Type1Diabetes 🎉

🌟 #Teplizumab is a game-changing drug that can delay #type1 for up to 3 years in people most at risk! 🌟

Read more: https://t.co/ZlH7KdMhUg #GBDoc #T1D @JDRF

[NHSLDiabetes @NHSL_Diabetes]

#Inpatient #Diabetes #Education

#WorldDiabetesDay
@NHS_Lothian

[ITS inpatient diabetes training & support @ITS_diabetes_]

#WorldDiabetesDay - 'Education to Protect Tomorrow'. Find out more about our #inpatient #diabetes educational toolkit including a web based handbook, e-Learning package, links to key educational guidance, top tips & short animated videos: https://t.co/w3zMe12qIb

[NHSLDiabetes @NHSL_Diabetes]

#WorldDiabetesDay

[NHS Lothian @NHS_Lothian]

This #WorldDiabetesDay we are highlighting the most common symptoms of #Type1Diabetes. Contact your GP if you are:
🚽 Toilet – going for a wee more often
💦 Thirsty – feeling constantly thirsty
💤 Tired – being tired & having no energy
⬇️ Thinner – losing weight without trying to

[NHSLDiabetes @NHSL_Diabetes]

Insulin Safety for Acute Staff:develop competence in safely & effectively managing pts on insulin.
Tues 4th Oct - 11-12 & 2-3pm.
Register on eESS.

https://t.co/RGmUeQIM2Y

@NHS_Lothian @WghLothian @RIE_Lothian @LothianSjh

[NHSLDiabetes @NHSL_Diabetes]

Lothian Diabetes MCN Conference Day 2 -17th May.

https://t.co/N9u9enOKPD

Great programme inc. Pregnancy, Primary Care prescribing, social deprivation, new diagnosis education.

@NHS_Lothian @NHSBorders @nhslgp @lothianlmc

[NHSLDiabetes @NHSL_Diabetes]

Thanks to @EmmaHarperMSP for hosting members of the diabetes community @ScotParl to celebrate #100yearsofinsulin and to @novonordisk for sponsoring. Wonderful speeches and great to talk to the inspirational Louis Evans of @teamnovonordisk #changingdiabetes

[NHSLDiabetes @NHSL_Diabetes]

#Diabetes Education for #Carers and #HCSWs in Lothian.
Essentials of Diabetes - informative sessions delivered by #DSN, #Dietitian & #Podiatrist. For more info&register-https://t.co/CYQtw4WwQg. @NHS_Lothian @gillian_mcauley @GeraldineMars11 @Carolynmel2 @mureid1 @LynnKeane20

[NHSLDiabetes @NHSL_Diabetes]

Lothian Diabetes MCN Prof Education Conference, Day 1 2moro- 4th May. https://t.co/ShPFXneyJ6

Includes pre-diabetes, remission, steroids, COVID impact, improving primary&secondary care links w/SCI-D. Don't miss it!
@NHS_Lothian @nhslgp @GpnNes @lothianlmc

[NHSLDiabetes @NHSL_Diabetes]

It’s insulin safety week! @InsulinSafety22 Improve your knowledge. Watch “Medication Management: Insulin” on #Vimeo https://t.co/fbEEqhNfOq. #InsulinSafetyWeek2022 @NHS_Lothian @RIE_Lothian @WghLothian @LothianSjh @gillian_mcauley @GeraldineMars11 @Carolynmel2

[NHS Lothian @NHS_Lothian]

Join us on Thursday at 6PM for the premiere of 'PANDEMIC: NHS Lothian's response to COVID-19'. We hope that the film will help future generations understand what it was like to work during this difficult time. The premiere will be on our YouTube at https://t.co/xjgFdzQHss.

[NHSLDiabetes @NHSL_Diabetes]

@edinburghdn @EdinburghHSCP @WestLothianHSCP @ELHSCP #diabetes #diabeteseducation

[NHSLDiabetes @NHSL_Diabetes]

Community nurses have a vital role in caring for people w/diabetes. Learn about “Community Diabetes” on #Vimeo https://t.co/UfVcGflyuj
@NHS_Lothian @nhslgp @patwynne70 @LynnKeane20 @HossackKelsie #diabetes #diabeteseducation

[NHSLDiabetes @NHSL_Diabetes]

Community nurses have a vital role in caring for people w/diabetes. Learn about “Community Diabetes” on #Vimeo https://t.co/UfVcGflyuj
@NHS_Lothian @nhslgp @patwynne70 @LynnKeane20 @HossackKelsie #diabetes #diabeteseducation

[NHSLDiabetes @NHSL_Diabetes]

1 in 5 patients in hospital have diabetes. Improve your knowledge & understanding of caring for patients with diabetes on the wards. #diabetes @NHS_Lothian @WghLothian @LothianSjh @nhslgp @GeraldineMars11 @Carolynmel2

Watch“Inpatient Diabetes” on #Vimeo https://t.co/22IKjIJE57

[NHSLDiabetes @NHSL_Diabetes]

Watch “Introduction to Diabetes” on #Vimeo https://t.co/jXbtUbMojt
The first in a series of diabetes education modules for staff. #Diabetes #DiabetesEducation @NHS_Lothian @WghLothian @RIE_Lothian @LothianSjh @NHS_Education

[RefHelp 💙 @RefHelp_Lothian]

#RefHelp now has guidance for the diagnosis of Diabetes along with essential information and symptomatic flowchart to identify patients needing hospitalization or emergency treatment. Also, information included to aid referrals. To know more please see: https://t.co/qgzjTh5Sv2

[NHSLDiabetes @NHSL_Diabetes]

Do you have diabetes? Do you drink alcohol? @JacquiCharlton8 would love to hear from you…

[Jacqui Charlton @JacquiCharlton8]

Hello,
Have you got Diabetes?
Do you drink Alcohol?
Would you like to share your stories of self-care?
If so, we would love to hear from you. Please click below and share. Thank you!
Email: [email protected]

[NHSLDiabetes @NHSL_Diabetes]

Really useful resources for people living with diabetes, and those who want to learn more about diabetes tech

[ABCD Diabetes @ABCDiab]

The @DTN_UK have produced a huge range of videos from experts to help provide education to people living with diabetes to help them make the best use of diabetes technology. 📽️

From FGM, CGM, SAP and CSII, there is a wealth of information to be shared https://t.co/EZ4wpw4lAm

[ITS inpatient diabetes training & support @ITS_diabetes_]

The #ITS #insulin safety eLearning module registration is free for all @NHSuk trusts, suitable for #doctors, #nurses and #pharmacists. Covering the key aspects of the safe use of #insulin in the hospital setting. Please email for full access: [email protected]

[NHSLDiabetes @NHSL_Diabetes]

Lothian Diabetes MCN Professional Education Conference 2022.
Following the huge success of last years virtual conference, it will again take place online over 2 half days. Organised by SHSC.

May 4th and May 17th 9.00-12.00.

Register here https://t.co/yvWHe4z95V
#NHSL #ProfEd

[NHSLDiabetes @NHSL_Diabetes]

Working hard to improve quality and standards in diabetes care…follow our progress here!! @NHS_Lothian @WghLothian @RIE_Lothian @LothianSjh #diabetes #QI #ProfessionalEducation