Laser Sensor Technology- could this be the end of daily finger pricking? 25 September 2015 A new laser sensor that monitors blood glucose levels without penetrating the skin could replace daily finger pricking for people with diabetes. A research team at the University of Leeds led by Professor Gin Jose is currently piloting a bench top version and will aim to develop two types of devices for the market. Professor Peter Grant, Professor of Medicine at the University of Leeds, said: “Non-invasive monitoring will be particularly valuable in young people with Type 1 diabetes…those who are attempting very tight control (on blood glucose levels) such as young women going through pregnancy or people who are experiencing recurrent hypoglycaemia…†Read more about the new technology being researched
Blog 5 December 2023 Those sleepless summer nights Many of us look forward to the long, lazy summer days. But for others, the rise in temperature is a challenge to both the quality and quantity of their sleep. Continue Reading
Blog 5 December 2023 Top 10 articles for 2023 Perhaps unsurprisingly the top stories during 2023 were related to the availability, or otherwise, of medications. The nationwide shortage of... Continue Reading
Blog 4 December 2023 Managing diabetes and stress during the holiday season Nine tips to manage stress at Christmas (and don't be too hard on yourself if you have the occasional indulgence)! Continue Reading
