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Limerick University Hospital Group Unable to provide Specialist Type 1 Diabetes Care
People with Type 1 diabetes must attend hospitals for their specialized care but those in the Midwest region are unable to access their full care locally as there is no dietitian available. In 2018, the National Survey of Diabetes Care Delivery highlighted the 88% deficit in diabetes resources across all specialists in Limerick University Hospital... View Article
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OneTouch Verio Reflect® Blood Glucose Monitoring System with Blood Sugar Mentor™ now available in Ireland
Lifescan has announced that the OneTouch Verio Reflect® Blood Glucose Monitoring System with Blood Sugar Mentor™ is now available in Ireland. This new meter delivers real-time, personalised guidance and encouragement and when paired with the OneTouch Reveal® mobile app provides even more insight to help manage diabetes. Features of the new meter include: ... View Article
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Eoghan Braves the Waves and Raises Awareness Regarding Type 1
Irish Kitesurfer, Waterford native Eoghan Quinn attempted to open a new road of travel between France and Ireland over the weekend. Even when the winds dropped off in Cornwall, nature’s power and bad seas were not enough to diminish Eoghan’s determination and drive. Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes aged four, “you can allow... View Article
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Unique Kitesurf Challenge from France to Ireland
This Sunday Irish Kitesurfer, Waterford native Eoghan Quinn (31) will attempt to open a new road of travel between France and Ireland “the Kitesurf Road”. Travelling around 15/17 knots per hour, Eoghan, who lives daily with Type 1 Diabetes, plans to kitesurf across the waves in less than 16 hours and raise vital funds... View Article
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First ever Republic of Ireland taking part in Diabetes Euro Futsal Championship in Ukraine
A team of 10 players, all living with diabetes, will be travelling to Ukraine on 21st July to represent their country at the 2019 “Diabetes Euro Futsal” Championship. The championship, which began after the last UEFA European Championship, is a 16 team tournament with teams competing from all over Europe with the Republic of... View Article
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