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Thriveabetes Type 1 Diabetes Conferences in Ireland for people living with #Type1Diabetes Run by volunteers who live with or affected by #T1D Find the 🇮🇪 Diabetes Online Community at #IREDOC Visit for more info
This Is Diabetes Art Competition run by Contour Diabetes Solutions Theme: Every diabetes journey has a moment that changes everything. Deadline: October 23, 2026 (11:59 PM US Pacific Time) buff.ly/6186a4e #WDD2026 #SpeirGorm #T1D #Diabetic #NIDOC
The HSE has updated its list of preferred CGMs. No surprises but some interesting phrases used to explain the system. Read more 🔗 buff.ly/3VWQ4fQ #CGM #DiabetesTechnology #HybridClosedLoop #Minimed #TSlim #mylifeDiabetesCare #CamAPSFX #freestylelibre #Dexcom
Diabetes Stories: Meet Leah From Kildare Diagnosed age 4 Year of Diagnosis: 1999 Corporate Wellbeing Specialist & Performance Nutritionist Thank u so much for sharing, Leah! You can find Leah on Instagram as haeloo_nutrition #T1D #IREDOC #NIDOC #SpeirGorm #SundayStory #Diabetic #DiabetesStory
Diabetes Clinic Prep: STEP 1 Blood Work - Labs done at my GPs for my diabetes clinic appointment next month. ✅ - When results are back, I then get a copy to bring to my appointment... Because: 01/02 #diabeteslife #t1d #diabetic #diabeteslifehacks #HSE #DiabetesCare #SpeirGorm
Improving access to diabetic retina screening WHAT’S CHANGING The registration process has been redesigned - the step inviting people to take part is removed. MORE INFO: At this 🔗: buff.ly/rRJcD6n #SpeirGorm #T1D #HSE
🎬 Imperfect Days diabetes documentary screening A documentary exploring real lives, real experiences & the emotional weight of living with diabetes 📍 Ennis, Clare 📅 19 Sept, 10:30am 🎟 €20, U16s free Includes industry updates, film screening & panel discussion. Book: buff.ly/k2JBOGU #SpeirGorm
Your Diabetes Story matters! Would you like to share it with Thriveabetes? Over the past few months, we’ve been sharing stories from across Ireland. These stories matter. If you would like to share your story on Thriveabetes 👉 Send us a DM or comment below 👉 Or reach out at info@Thriveabetes.ie
Gráinne attended the mylife Diabetes Care VIP event in Manchester. CamAPS Liberty promises fully closed-loop insulin delivery, with no carb counting or meal boluses. Reducing that daily work could be huge. More: buff.ly/XcqMmBs Disclosure: travel & stay covered by mylife. #T1D #SpeirGorm #NIDOC
5 tips for extra sticking power for cgms & pump sites Keeping diabetes devices firmly in place can be a challenge, especially with heat, sweat, or exercise. These 5 tips from the PANTHER Program may help give you some extra sticking power #Type1Diabetes #T1D #DiabetesTechnology #CGM #DiabetesTips
It's All Ireland Football Final weekend: Do you know any Gaelic Football players with Type 1 Diabetes? We found a couple more since the Semi Finals😀 Do you know if there are more? Post in the comments. Best of luck to Mayo & Kerry! #gaa #gaelicfootball #LGFA #AllIreland #MayoGAA #KerryGAA
Thriveabetes has been invited to the mylife Diabetes Care VIP Event in Manchester, 25–26 July. Use or curious about mylife / YpsoPump / CamAPS FX? What would u like us to ask? DM or reply below. Disclosure: travel/accommodation covered by mylife. #Type1Diabetes #T1D #DiabetesTechnology #SpeirGorm
Finally getting your holiday on! Travelling with diabetes is one of the most asked questions in the online community, especially in summer. Here are some well-vetted tips and packing recommendations: 🌐 buff.ly/LsJeJUZ #type1diabetes #T1D #diabetic #NIDOC #summerholidays #summer #CGM #AirportTips
Could you help with research on the development of a Glucose Breathalyzer at Dublin City University? Researchers at DCU are looking for adults aged 18–80, both WITH and WITHOUT diabetes, to take part in the BRESING project. #DCU #DiabetesResearch #ClinicalResearch #DiabetesIreland #Diabetes
Its #GAA #AllIreland #Hurling Final Weekend! How many GAA Hurling players do u know with #Type1Diabetes? Do u know if there are more? - Share this post with them - Post in the comments - Tag them 👇 Best of luck to #GalwayvLimerick today! #Camogie #LimerickGAA #GalwayGAA #SpeirGorm #T1D
It’s GAA Football All-Ireland Senior Championship Semi Final Weekend! How many Gaelic Football players do you know at any level who also live with Type 1 Diabetes? We found a couple. Do you know if there are more? Post in the comments or tag them. #SpeirGorm #GAA #LouthvMayo #DublinvKerry
Type 1 Diabetes Starter Pack: Tips for the newly diagnosed or anyone looking for tips! Here's a very small starter pack of things I wish I had known when I was first diagnosed. Have you got your own tips or advice, drop them in the comments below. #T1D #T1DTribe #Type1Diabetes #Diabetes #Community
Children & Teenagers with Type 1 Diabetes in Ireland Supports Did you know that there are some practical supports available to support Children, Teenagers and their families living with type 1 diabetes? Such as:
Diabetes Stories: Meet Alan From Dublin, Ireland Diagnosed age 14 Year of Diagnosis: 2008 Works as Software Engineer Thank you so much for sharing, Alan. Alan’s ezine can be viewed at www.alans.studio #T1D #IREDOC #NIDOC #DiabetesIreland #Ireland #SundayStory #Diabetic #DiabetesStory
Diabetes Documentary Screening: Imperfect Days 📍 Ennis, Co Clare 📅 Sat, 19 Sept 2026 🕥 10:30am – 2:00pm 🎟 Admission: €20 per person Places are limited, please book your ticket in advance here: 👉 buff.ly/ZIaDkwx #ImperfectDays #DiabetesIreland #Type1Diabetes #T1D #Type2Diabetes #T2D #EnnisEvents
The link between sugar and diabetes from Beyond Type 2 An oldie but a goodie!!! 3 min read When people think of diabetes, they believe people with it can’t eat anything with “sugar” and believe it causes diabetes. But what exactly does that mean? buff.ly/PXvKw0i #t1d #speirGorm #hse
Diabetes Stories: Meet Louise From Mayo, Ireland Diagnosed age 2 years, and 11 months Years lived with D: 50 (celebrated 50th diaversary on April 22nd 🎉🎉🎉) Works as Social Care Assistant #T1D #IREDOC #NIDOC #DiabetesIreland #Ireland #Diabetic #LifewithDiabetes #DiabetesStory #SpeirGorm
Travelling with Insulin - keeping it cool I filmed how I pack and keep my insulin cool while travelling. I don't use insulin-specific products; I use common items: a wide-neck thermos flask & reusable ice cubes Watch here: buff.ly/RuIYYIM More Travelling with Diabetes tips: buff.ly/4W9k8VU #T1D
Minimed Medtronic For 24/7 diabetes technical product support please contact 01 5111444 SAVE THIS POST #Freestyle #FreestyleLibre #Dexcom #Medtronic #Minimed #Guardian4 #G4 #Simplera #T1D #type1diabetes #cgm #HSE #DiabetesSupport #T1D
Dexcom Products: Telephone: 1800 827 603 Monday – Friday: 7am - 6 pm Saturday & Sunday: 8:30am - 4:30pm Online Sensor Support Form for Dexcom: Scroll down to Product Support from this link: buff.ly/FjFZXIU
Contact Information for: Freestyle Libre Products (Abbott Diabetes Care): Telephone: 1800 776 633 Monday – Friday: 8am - 8pm Saturdays: 9am - 5pm Online Sensor Support Form: buff.ly/OMicq5C
Sensors fail! Not often, but they do. DON’T PANIC; replacements are available Do u know how to get a replacement CGM Sensor? If a sensor stops working before it’s supposed to, people are advised to contact the CGM company directly (HSE MMP Poster for Preferred CGM Sensors, July 2024) #HSE
Heatwave & Diabetes “Exceptionally warm weather will occur over Ireland this wk” (Met Eireann) Warmer weather can affect diabetes management in different ways. HERE'S A FEW REMINDERS THAT MIGHT HELP: #t1d #diabetic #hse #SpeirGorm
Do U know when to check for ketones? 🚨 FYI, it's not JUST ON sick days! 🚨 You should check for ketones when: - You feel unwell 🚨even if your glucose is in range - Or your glucose is stubbornly high for no clear reason Read more at 🌐: buff.ly/wMVAiYc #DiabetesCommunity #Diabetic #T1D #NIDOC
📢 Calling all healthcare professionals! Landmark Language Matters: Guidance for Person-Centred Diabetes Communication in Ireland Published in Diabetic Medicine @diabeticmedicine @Wiley_Health 📖 Read the paper: buff.ly/BT8vpXw #LanguageMatters #Diabetes #DiabetesIreland #HSE #IntegratedCare
Curious about Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy? Our friends ' OxyGeneration are hosting Open Days this June, offering an opportunity to learn more about HBOT, tour the clinic & experience what it's like. 📅 Wed 17, Thurs 18 & Sat 20 June 📍 Galway No booking required. Everyone welcome.