Faulty insulin pens recall
Autopen recall in UK but affected batches not widely distributed in Ireland.
DIRECT DEBIT MONTHLY DRAW WINNER
The winner of December’s direct debit draw is Ms Val Quigley, Cork (Ball No: 1797) Congratulations Val! Sign up for... View Article
Top tips for a healthy Christmas
Check out our top tips for managing your diabetes during the festive season.
Alcohol and your diabetes at Christmas
Some alcohol and diabetes tips to get you through the Christmas party season.
Christmas recipes
Check out some of our festive recipes. From mince pies to puddings, why not try them out this Christmas?
Christmas and your diabetes
Christmas is a time of great excitement. It is a time for family and for children, for lights, for decorations, Santa presents and of course for food! Rich delicious foods are a huge part of the traditional Irish Christmas. Piles of roast potatoes, the turkey and ham, the Christmas pudding soaked in brandy and a Christmas cake to top it off. So how do you get through the festive season without completely over-indulging?
Stephen Clancy – Latest Blog
2014 Round Up – What a year! Time for another blog update, and I’ll pick up where I left off at... View Article
Giving Tuesday
Diabetes Ireland are delighted to see the ‘Giving Tuesday’ initiative reach our shores. Giving Tuesday was originally founded in the United States in 2012 as a day for giving back after all the shopping and deals of Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
DIRECT DEBIT MONTHLY DRAW WINNER
The winner of November’s direct debit draw is Mr Jim Byrne, Kilkenny (Ball No: 1787) Congratulations Jim! Sign up for... View Article
Dr Anna Clarke appears on Ireland AM
As part of Diabetes Awareness Month, Dr Anna Clarke was interviewed on Ireland AM on the 20th of November. Dr Clarke was on to discuss type 2 diabetes risk factors and the launch of the new Diabetes Ireland risk assessment test.
Christmas Raffle Results
Congratulations to the winners of this years Christmas Raffle. The draw took place on Sunday, November 16th at our AGM in the Regency Hotel, Drumcondra. All raffle winners have been contacted. Thank you to everyone who purchased a ticket.
New diabetes leaflet to help read and understand food labels
To facilitate healthy eating for all the family and potentially reduce the burden of obesity and related conditions in Ireland, Diabetes Ireland has today launched a leaflet to help people with diabetes to read and understand the ‘traffic light’ food labelling format we are beginning to see on a lot of pre-packaged supermarket items.
New Eye Health Recipe booklet launched to mark World Diabetes Day
Following the ‘Eye Am What I Eat’ campaign earlier this year, Diabetes Ireland, supported by Novartis, has today launched a new recipe booklet, ‘Eating For Your Eye Health’, to help people with diabetes to eat well for good eye health.
Improved diabetes control equals improved quality of life
Good diabetes management is vital for continued good health and long life. Good diabetes management starts with understanding the impact poorly controlled diabetes can have on one’s quality of life.
Annual General Meeting and Diabetes Patient Education Workshops
The Annual General Meeting of Diabetes Ireland which will be held in the Regency Hotel, Swords Road, Drumcondra, Dublin on Sunday 16 November at 12 noon.
Navan: Public Education Meeting
A Public Education Meeting will be held in the Ardboyne Hotel, Navan on Wednesday 12th November at 7pm. Opening Remarks will be made by Sinead Hanley, Regional Development Officer with Diabetes Ireland.
Nenagh: Public Education Meeting
A Public Education Meeting about managing type 2 diabetes will be held in the The Abbey Court Hotel in Nenagh, Co Tipperary on Wednesday 12th November 2014 at 7pm.
St Columcilles Hospital: Awareness Day
A Diabetes Awareness Day will take place on November 13th at St Columcilles Hospital. Ms Jenny Dunbar, Diabetes Nurse Specialist with Diabetes Ireland will be available on the day to answer any questions you have. All are welcome. Further details Jenny Dunbar 086 8184687 or email: [email protected]
Rathkeale: Go blue for breakfast
Awareness morning at Rathkeale Community Centre Hall, Co Limerick. Pauline Dunne, Senior Dietitian & Regional Development Officer with Diabetes Ireland, will be available to answer your queries.
Cavan: Free diabetes screening and awareness day
Free diabetes screening & awareness day will take place at Cavan General Hospital on the 14th of November. Sinead Hanley, dietitian with Diabetes Ireland, will be available to answer your queries. For further details contact the Diabetes Ireland office on 1850 909 909.