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Insulin pump therapy reduces cardiovascular disease mortality risk by almost 50%

Research in Sweden has shown that people with type 1 diabetes who use insulin pump therapy face almost 50% less risk of dying from cardiovascular disease than those who take insulin by multiple daily injections.
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Direct Debit Monthly Draw Winner

The winner of August’s direct debit draw is Anthony Tracey, Louth, Tipperary (Ball: 111). Congratulations Anthony! Sign up for our monthly direct debit draw here and you could be next... View Article
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Psoriasis drug could protect insulin-producing cells

JDRF researchers in the US have found that alefacept, a psoriasis drug that targets the immune system, could help keep insulin-producing cells safe in people with type 1 diabetes.
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New website puts chronic diseases on the map

A new website, chronic-disease.ie, launched today, aims to significantly increase awareness, promote understanding and encourage a proactive approach to chronic disease among the general public, health practitioners, policy-makers and other interested parties.
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Diabetes Ireland calls for expansion of HSE National Diabetes Footcare Programme

57% of all amputations in 2014 diabetes related. Up to 80% of these could have been avoided with earlier diagnosis and treatment.
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