Archive for the “Diabetes” category
The nurses always had time for me and gave me encouragement
A heart attack forced Anne to stop work and her diabetes got out of control, leading to her being registered as blind. Anne lost interest in daily activities and then she received a call from care navigation.
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I’ve learnt new ways to cope with my diabetes and my MS
Ex-nurse Janet has managed her type 1 diabetes for over 30 years but a more recent diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) saw her look for new tools and techniques to cope.
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I now have the confidence to help others
A diagnosis of type 2 diabetes led to depression for Paul but the Expert Patient Programme not only improved his general health and increased his confidence but also led to him volunteering, to help others.
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I drew on my knowledge to get through my treatment
Lynn found our service invaluable when dealing with her thyroid problems and diabetes. When she was diagnosed with breast cancer she drew on her knowledge to get her through the treatment.
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Health coaching and encouragement improved my communication skills
A back injury led to a series of problems including weight gain, alongside angina and diabetes. Len lost interest in hobbies and felt socially isolated. But through health coaching and encouragement Len learnt better ways to communicate with health professionals, changed his medication and discovered …
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