Within the News pages, we cover how an existing HIV drug may be a useful and affordable treatment for DMO (diabetic macular oedema). We have reports for two main UK charities about the country’s Diabetes Awareness week which took place earlier in June.
It’s also an absolute delight to report on two women who have received very well-deserved recognition of their input into the world of diabetes care. Read on to see who they are.
Our report on p.14 shows how the nation’s HGV drivers are at added risk of developing Type 2 diabetes and how we need to work to prevent it. There is also a chance to nominate candidates for this year’s Quality in Care Diabetes awards and let a diabetes care professional you know get the credit!
In Being a Guinea Pig, part 3 (p.20) healthcare professionals talk about how important medical trails are, why research matters, and why taking part is the best thing we can all do if we get the chance.
We take a look at where to turn if you are getting overwhelmed. Susannah Hickling check out who is who when it comes to who to talk to (p.24).
Our food section starts on p.26 and includes an item on Super Sarnies, a story on a quartet of happy fellas called The Beefy Boys, and coverage of a cookbook for pairing cheeses with other food stuffs.
We close off this issue with our regular Making Carbs Count column (p.34), with this issue looking at pistachio nuts – they may be small, but they are rather marvellous!
Stay cool wherever you are.
