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Diabetes Ireland is the only national charity in Ireland dedicated to helping people with diabetes. We provide support, education and motivation to everyone affected by diabetes.

Living with Diabetes

Living with Diabetes or with someone who has diabetes can bring about a lot of questions about how to manage daily life. In this section we you will find information to... View Article

Downloads

Diabetes Ireland has produced several information leaflets to help you learn about your diabetes. We work closely with medical, dietetic, and other professionals to ensure you get the most up-to-date... View Article

Are you at risk of type 2 diabetes?

We have just launched our NEW Type 2 Diabetes RISK TEST – Click here to take the test The number of people with diabetes in Ireland is growing rapidly. At... View Article

Newly diagnosed

When newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes it can be overwhelming. Understanding what is happening in the body when a person has diabetes can help make sense of the advice... View Article

Events

Diabetes Ireland runs many events from public information meetings to support groups to our CODE Educational Programme. So if you are looking for support or education in your area please... View Article

Disclaimer

1. Terms of usageThe aim of the Diabetes Ireland’s website is to introduce you to our activities and the website is available for your information, interest and education. Users are... View Article

Registration complete – DICE 2018

Thank you for registering for the Annual Diabetes Ireland Exhibition & Conference (DICE) We will update the event webpage if anything changes therefore please bookmark this page on your phone/laptop and... View Article

Welcome to Diabetes Ireland

Thank you for joining Diabetes Ireland. Your membership and support allows us to continue educating, empowering and supporting those in Ireland living with diabetes.You will receive your membership pack in... View Article

Lap the Lake – Participant Information

We have compiled a list of tips and useful information to help on your lap of the lake this Sunday.The weather is forecast to be sunny and dry with temperatures of... View Article

What are free sugars?

Free sugars are simple sugars added to foods by the manufacturer or consumer. They are also sugars that are naturally present in honey, syrups and fruit juices. These are different... View Article

Sign up for Sugar Smart Updates

Sign up here to receive all the latest updates on our 'Sugar Smart' campaign. This include tips and resources. We will only contact you in relation to our Sugar Smart campaign. 

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Signs and Symptoms – Type 1 Diabetes

Up to 5 Irish children and teenagers are diagnosed each week with Type 1 diabetes. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition affecting 1 in 500 children with onset over... View Article

Local Support Groups and Branches

Diabetes Ireland have many local support groups and branches across Ireland. These groups are all run by volunteers and typically meet once a month. They often organise activities such as local public education meetings, fundraising... View Article

Clare Branch

Clare Type 1 Diabetes Support Group The Clare type 1 diabetes support group meet every second month starting in February, with the exception of August. Contact Name: Grainne Flynn or... View Article