This is Diabetes - Everyone's story is different
Everyone's diabetes story is different.
Whether you're newly diagnosed or have been living with diabetes for decades, we're here to support you every step of the way.
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This is the moment my life changed
A diabetes diagnosis can be life-changing. We explore the impact of finding out you have diabetes - from the initial shock to dealing with your emotions and everything in between.
This is never being held back
Diabetes doesn't stop you from living your life to the full. Whether that's pursuing your career or your favourite hobbies, or enjoying time with friends and family, diabetes shouldn't hold you back.
This is dealing with opinions
So often we hear misconceptions about diabetes. It's a hidden condition that many people don't understand. Talking more about diabetes can help others to see what you're going through.
"Telling my children about my diagnosis was probably the hardest time for me, particularly as I'd lost my eyesight." Gina
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Kaajal's story
Kaajal was made to feel different as a child for managing her type 1 diabetes. But diabetes has never kept her from her dream of becoming a designer, helping others with type 1 or enjoying life to the full.
Liz's story
Liz, 47, from Berkshire, was diagnosed with gestational diabetes in 2009. She went on to develop type 2 diabetes. Now, she is a competitive powerlifter and no longer has to take medication to manage her blood sugars.
Jon's story
Jon is a PE teacher. He talks about his diagnosis and life with diabetes and being part of the Diabetes Football Community.
Gina's story
Gina developed sight loss after she was diagnosed with type 2 and worried about how she would continue working as a community nurse or enjoying being at the stables with her horses. But with treatment, she is visiting patients and riding her horses.
Libby's story
Jayne and Mike’s daughter Libby was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in December 2019. Her mum gave birth to her little sister Lottie six weeks later. Jayne and Mike tell their story.
