A diabetes charity is inviting people living with the condition to attend an educational event on the topic next week.
The Diabetes Research and Wellness Foundation (DRWF) is marking its 25th anniversary by holding its United Through Diabetes educational event at Chesford Grange, Kenilworth, Warwickshire, on Saturday, September 16.
The event will bring together Britain’s biggest experts on breakthroughs and barriers, including leading NHS healthcare specialists and people living with all types of diabetes, to discover the latest advances, techniques, and trends to help people stay well until a cure is found.
Sarah Tutton, Chief Executive of DRWF, said: “This unique one-stop-shop of everything diabetes will have specific programme content for people of all ages living with every type of diabetes as well as family members, carers, and healthcare professionals.”
There is only a limited number of places left and registration closes on Sunday, September 10.
Topics to be covered during the event include:
Diabetes technology
Diet and nutrition
Diabetes, mental wellbeing for young people with type 1 diabetes and parents
Dietary and cultural challenges for people with diabetes in diverse communities
Sick day rules and managing diabetes during illness, having surgery, or planning a stay in hospital
Diabetes foot care, foot checks, managing neuropathy, prevention, and treatments
Managing diabetes during Ramadan, Eid, and the Hajj
The work of the South Asian Health Foundation
Diabetes and kidney health.
Since DRWF was founded in 1998, the charity has remained committed to supporting people living with all types of diabetes and those that care for them.
Secure your place now to avoid disappointment. You can register easily via the DRWF website.
