Links
There is lots of good information on the internet to help you manage your diabetes. There is also some poor quality information as well so be careful.
Here are some links to reputable sites which are packed full of good information, help and advice.
Diabetes UK is the leading charity for those with diabetes in the UK. Are you a member? We would encourage you to join. If you want to find out more click here!
Do you have type 1 diabetes? Do you want to know about how to adjust your insulin doses to match what you eat? This is know as dose adjustment for normal eating? If so click here!
Want to see how our American cousins do it, then click here. Lots of useful information but with an American slant.
Do you want to know more about insulin pumps then this is the site for you. Click here to hear the biz about pumps from other folks with diabetes.
Are you into sport? Here is a site for people with diabetes with a focus on sport. The site provides lots of information on diabetes and sport. Get onto this site and get active!
Do you want to know about the bigger picture? If so click here and visit the International Diabetes Federation website. Lots of information about diabetes from across the globe.
If you want to find out more information about the North Down and Ards Voluntary Support Group then click here. The group meets monthly in the Local Health & Social Care Group Meeting Room in the Ards Hospital Main Building. Meetings start at 8pm. There's tea & coffee, friendly faces and lots of conversation. Come along and get involved.
If you find any internet sites which may be of interest to others with diabetes then please let us know (link to contact page). But again please remember - the internet provides access to a wide range of both good and bad information – so be careful. If you are not sure about anything you find let us know and we will be happy to advise.