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Be part of something big this World Diabetes Day

This year has been tough for all of us. That’s why, for World Diabetes Day this Saturday, we’re asking our community to show the big difference we can make when we come together to celebrate and support each other. Just one small action from each of us can make a huge difference to the lives of others. We’d love you to get involved, whether that’s by updating your social media profile to help raise awareness, putting a smile on the face of someone you love with a simple message, or sharing a tip that might help a stranger through a difficult day. Head to our website for everything you need to get involved.

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Paint your nails blue for World Diabetes Day

Paint your nails blue for people living with diabetes

This Saturday, take on our #NailingDiabetes challenge for World Diabetes Day! Paint your nails blue, share your photo to raise awareness of diabetes, and donate (or fundraise) to help us change lives. For your loved ones living with diabetes, for you, for the days you feel like you're nailing your diabetes, and the days you don't - and for everyone who's been there to support you on those tough days ❤

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Join us for the live premiere of Diabetes Matters

Let’s get together (virtually) this Saturday to explore the future of diabetes - tune in for a special World Diabetes Day programme live on Facebook at 4pm. You’ll hear about the latest advancements in treatment, research and care, how type 2 diabetes can be prevented and the impact of the pandemic on people living with diabetes - plus exclusive interviews with researchers and health professionals.

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This week, we're celebrating 100 years of insulin

World Diabetes Day marks the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting who, along with scientists Charles Best, John Macleod and James Collip, went on to discover a treatment that would save the lives of millions of people living with diabetes over the next century: insulin. This week marks 100 years since the start of their incredible journey, which continues to inspire our ongoing commitment to diabetes research.

Share our Know Your Risk tool to help prevent type 2

If you’re already living with, or affected by diabetes and want your loved ones to know their risk of type 2, our free Know Your Risk online tool is a quick and easy way to help them find out.

Share it today or encourage them to speak to their GP surgery or local pharmacist for more information. It’s a small step that could make a big difference to someone’s health.

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You can find updated coronavirus information on our site. You can also find helpful tips on staying well through winter and download your free guide about managing diabetes at home during the pandemic.

Need to talk? Our helpline is open from Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm. Give us a call on 0345 123 2399. If you'd like to share experiences and chat to other people affected by diabetes, join our online forum.