Medical articles of Diabetes

27/04/2026
Written by Top Doctors
What are GLP-1 medications and how do they work? a GP’s guide for patients
GLP-1 medications have become an increasingly important part of treatment for type 2 diabetes and weight management in the UK. Originally developed to improve blood sugar control, they are now also widely used to support weight loss and broader metabolic health.
18/02/2026
Heather Daniels
Dietitian & Nutritionist
Diabetes management: A nutrition and dietetics perspective
From a nutrition and dietetics perspective, individualised dietary planning is central to diabetes management.
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02/02/2026
Mrs Uma Thakur
Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon
Cataract surgery in diabetic patients: what you need to know
Cataracts are a common condition that often develops with age. For people living with diabetes, cataracts can appear earlier and progress more quickly. Understanding how cataract surgery differs for diabetic patients is important for achieving safe outcomes and optimal vision.
28/01/2026
Dr Gosia Wamil
Cardiologist
A simple way to catch heart disease early in people with diabetes
If you have diabetes, you may already know it can affect many parts of the body: the eyes, kidneys, nerves, and even your feet. But did you know that your heart is at risk too — even if you feel completely fine? In fact, people with diabetes are two to four times more likely to develop heart disease than those without diabetes. What’s more worrying is that many people don’t experience any warning signs before something serious happens, like a heart attack or heart failure. That’s why early heart screening is so important, even if you have no symptoms at all.
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31/10/2025
Mr Tanvir Khokhar
Healthcare professional and Podiatrist
Treating diabetic foot disease
Diabetic foot disease is one of the most serious complications of diabetes, often leading to pain, infection, and, in severe cases, ulceration or deformity
21/10/2025
Dr Kevin Fernando
GP with specialist interest in diabetes/CVRM
The 5 S’s: 5 key physical lifestyle interventions for people living with type 2 diabetes
When it comes to managing type 2 diabetes, medication alone will not be sufficient, especially for those whose quality of life has been affected by this ailment. In this article, an experienced GP with a special interest in diabetes provides advice on how diabetic patients can take their well-being into their own hands with five at-home interventions.
18/09/2025
Dr Jaimin Patel
GP
Supporting patients with type 2 diabetes, and improving care
Type 2 diabetes is one of the most common long-term health conditions, affecting how the body regulates blood sugar. Good management is essential to prevent complications and maintain quality of life.
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04/08/2025
Ms Sharon Heng
Ophthalmologist
All about diabetic macular oedema
Here to provide us with an all-you-need-to-know guide with regards to diabetic macular oedema is highly esteemed consultant ophthalmologist, Ms Sharon Heng.
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22/07/2025
Professor Luigi Gnudi
Endocrinologist
All about cardiovascular and renal protection in diabetes
Here to talk about cardiovascular and renal protection in diabetes is esteemed consultant diabetologist and endocrinologist, Professor Luigi Gnudi.
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09/07/2025
Heather Daniels
Dietitian & Nutritionist
Myths about Type 2 diabetes
On hand to tell us about a couple of myths surrounding Type 2 diabetes is nutrition and diet specialist, Heather Daniels.
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