Coping with urges and cravings Dr Rebecca Richards gave us a presentation on how to deal with urges and cravings. This is applicable not just to resisting the temptation of biscuits and cakes, but dealing with any unwanted thoughts. The fancy term for the method is ‘cognitive defusion’, which is itself based on acceptance and…
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What is diabetes? A DESMOND refresher
We welcomed Mary Hall, Advanced Diabetes Dietitian, Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust to the meeting. Mary runs the Desmond courses locally – the acronym stands for Diabetes Education and Self Management for Ongoing and Newly Diagnosed. The courses are designed for those recently diagnosed with diabetes and explain the condition and the importance of…
Type 2 diabetes Q&A
We welcomed Firs House nurses Marie Rouse and Jane Woodward to the meeting. The structure of the diabetes team has been revised, with Dr Sara Bastiani taking over the lead role, supported by Marie who is new to the practice. Jane continues to be part of the team, particularly for those who are pre-diabetes. Marie now…