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Sick day rules for people living with type 2 diabetes

Acute illness can affect blood glucose control and increase the risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus complications. This article summarises sick day rules and how pharmacists can provide patients with information, advice and support.…

Published: 3 November 2026

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Type 1 diabetes mellitus and disordered eating

An overview of the risks of type 1 diabetes mellitus and disordered eating — or ‘T1DE’, with management and communication considerations for healthcare professionals.…

Published: 27 January 2026

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Glucagon-like peptide-1 and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide analogues in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus for glycaemic control

A summary of everything pharmacists need to know about the use of GLP-1 analogues and GIP analogues in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus to support safe prescribing and use.…

Published: 10 February 2025

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Optimising use of SGLT2 inhibitors in hospital patients

How pharmacists can evaluate SGLT2 inhibitor use in hospitalised patients with a well-balanced approach so that patients can simultaneously benefit from SGLT2 inhibitors and the reduction of diabetic ketoacidosis risk.…

Published: 7 January 2025

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Test your knowledge of diabetes

This CPD and learning quiz can help you assess your knowledge of a range of diabetes topics, from insulin initiation to complications such as diabetic ketoacidosis.…

Published: 20 August 2024

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Perioperative management of type 2 diabetes mellitus

How to manage diabetic medication in the perioperative period.…

Published: 27 February 2024

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Insulin in practice for people with type 2 diabetes mellitus

A detailed overview of insulin’s use in type 2 diabetes mellitus, the types of insulin available in the UK and dose information.…

Published: 10 January 2023

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Diagnosis and management of type 2 diabetes mellitus

Patient education and self management are central to treating type 2 diabetes mellitus and preventing its associated complications.…

Published: 22 November 2022

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Case-based learning: insulin intensification in a Hindu patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus

This case study illustrates how religious and cultural beliefs should be considered as part of a patient-centred management approach.…

Published: 12 April 2022

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Diagnosis and management of type 1 diabetes mellitus

An overview of management options for type 1 diabetes, the types of insulin, insulin regimens and strengths available for its day-to-day management as well as how to adjust doses and the role of carbohydrate counting and blood glucose monitoring.…

Published: 10 July 2018