Useful Links
The internet is packed full of information about diabetes, some useful and some less so. To save you time, we have collated the very best the internet has to offer, from charity websites and press releases to blogs and forums.
Animas
Learn about the Animas insulin pumps, available in different striking colours and hear what pumpers have to say.
American Diabetes Association:
The nation's leading 501(C)3 non-profit health organization providing diabetes research, information and advocacy.
Diabetes Uk:
The largest charity in the UK devoted to the care and treatment of people with diabetessss.
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation:
The only charitable organisation in the world with the primary objective of finding the cure for type 1 diabetes and its complications.
Canadian Diabetes Association:
A charitable organization that has grown to include a presence in more than 150 communities across the country.
Insulin Dependent Diabetes Trust:
A charity dedicated to helping all people with diabetes, as well as their friends, families and carers.
Diabetes Research and Wellness Foundation:
Established in the United Kingdom in 1998, this registered charity supports, advises and educates people living with diabetes.
Splenda
Find out about SPLENDA®, the low calorie sugar alternative, and discover some great diabetes-friendly recipes.Journals and Resources
Diabetes journal:
A subscription journal of the American Diabetes Society, publishing original research about the physiology and pathophysiology of diabetes mellitus.
RNIB:
An introduction to diabetes-related eye conditions.
Medical News Today:
Established in the United Kingdom in 1998, this registered charity supports, advises and educates people living with diabetes.
Medikidz:
Medikidz produces the graphic novel "What's up with Ella? Medikidz explain Type 1 Diabetes" and the new social network, Medikidz.com. It's completely free of charge to join and use: click here to visit us.Blogs and communities
Diabetes Buddies:
An online forum for people with diabetes.
Diabetes Insight Support:
A lively and active forum dedicated to answering your questions.
Talk Diabetes:
A friendly forum discussing life with diabetes.
Diabetes Support Forum:
A huge online forum discussing everything there is to know about diabetes.
Diabetes Daily:
One of the largest, independent diabetes communities on the web, sharing support and education to help people live long and healthy lives.
TuDiabetes:
A social network for people with diabetes.
Diabetes Mine:
A gold mine of straight talk and encouragement for people living with diabetes.
Six Until Me:
The personal blog of Kerri Morrone Sparling, charting her life with diabetes and the people she meets.
Children with Diabetes:
A leading website for families dealing with diabetes, dedicated to helping you find the information and support you need.
dLife:
Information, inspiration and connection with others who share your challenges and concerns.
Diabetes Self-Management:
Up-to-date, practical "how-to" information on nutrition, exercise, new drugs, medical advances, self-help, and the many other topics people need to know about to stay healthy.
David Mendosa:
A freelance medical writer specialising in diabetes (and former Chief Scientific Officer of LifeScan).Campaigns and PR
World Diabetes Day:
Held on November 14th, this year's theme is diabetes in children and adolescents.
World Health Organization:
A campaign led by the International Diabetes Federation.
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