Diabetes Type 2 Horizon Scanning Vol 3 Issue 2

Essex and Southend LINk – Children in School with Diabetes

Source: Diabetes UK

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Date of publication: February 2011

Publication type: Case Study

In a nutshell: LINk worked with Essex County Council, Diabetes UK, a Paediatric Diabetes Specialist Nurse from Addenbrookes Hospital and others to create a protocol for implementation in Essex schools. This document is a simple and clear framework that all schools/education departments can implement to directly and indirectly improve the welfare and health of children whilst in the school environment.

Length of publication: 1 web page

Some Important notes: Please follow this link if you would like to read the full protocol ‘Supporting Pupils with Diabetes in Essex Schools’ (2010) Author; A. Field on behalf of Harpers Health Consultancy Limited

Delivering enhanced multidisciplinary community diabetes care

Source: Diabetes UK

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Date of publication: February 2011

Publication type: Case Study

In a nutshell: This case study outlines a service model of diabetes care which delivers 4 levels of care using Multidisciplinary teams (MDT) across Leeds. These teams work in individual practice and locality settings in the community according to need and include Dietitians, DNS and GPSIs with enhanced podiatry working alongside and mental health support workers.

Length of publication: 1 web page

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