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• How could seaweed help us cure type 1 diabetes?

  Material derived from seaweed could help to protect transplanted insulin-producing cells, according to a recent study in the US. The researchers, who were partly funded by JDRF, tested out seven different versions of the material ‘alginate’, typically found in seaweed. Ultimately, one of the alginate materials was able to coat and protect insulin-producing beta cells... View Article

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• Dental Care Ireland Partner with Diabetes Ireland

  Dental Care Ireland, a new network of local dental practices nationwide, today launched a year-long partnership with Diabetes Ireland, the national diabetes charity.   In Ireland, it is estimated that 250,000 people are living with diabetes, 50% of whom are unaware of their condition. Diabetes is a lifelong condition and if untreated can lead to... View Article

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• Diabetes & Pregnancy Information Evening

  Pre-pregnancy planning essential for women with diabetes    Diabetes Ireland hosted an information evening for all women living with diabetes of childbearing age and their partners in the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Santry on Thursday 20 September at 7.15pm.   This meeting provided information on how to access appropriate pre-pregnancy services, the steps women need to... View Article

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