Diabetes UK - New advice and support now available
Information about the coronavirus vaccine
Diabetes UK know that this is a worrying time and that lots of people are asking questions about the coronavirus vaccines and what it means for them. You can find out what they know about the coronavirus vaccines, including how they work and when they will be available for people with diabetes on their website here: www.diabetes.org.uk/about_us/news/coronavirus-vaccines
They will be regularly updating this information to make sure it is current. If you have diabetes, they strongly encourage you to get the coronavirus vaccine and take whichever vaccine you're offered. This is because people with diabetes are vulnerable to developing a severe illness if they do get coronavirus, and vaccines are the most effective way to prevent that from happening.
Your diabetes care during coronavirus
You might feel worried about going to appointments at the moment, but your diabetes team will be taking extra measures to keep you safe. There are important checks that you should still be having, so if you’re invited to an appointment, it’s important to go.
Here’s some advice on what care to expect.
New advice for people preparing for remote appointments
During coronavirus, you’ll probably have some or all of your diabetes appointments on the phone or online.
There are some groups of people who will need to be seen face-to-face more than others at the moment. Your diabetes healthcare team will give you advice on the best type of appointment for you at this time. This might mean that you get your care in a different way to usual.
Having phone or online appointments might feel strange if you’re not used to it, but they’ve got some tips to help you prepare.
Ongoing advice and support
Please remember that anyone affected by diabetes can continue to access information and support through the following channels:
Diabetes UK’s regional Facebook Group - Diabetes Chat: Your friend in the North: www.facebook.com/groups/193410685443622
Diabetes UK’s Helpline: 0345 123 2399, Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm or Email: helpline@diabetes.org.uk
Diabetes UK’s coronavirus advice web pages: www.diabetes.org.uk/about_us/news/coronavirus
Diabetes UK’s Learning Zone: www.diabetes.org.uk/learn
