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Thousands with life-threatening condition could be spared injections thanks to new tech on the NHS
DIABETIC Brits could be spared painful insulin jabs thanks to “artificial pancreas” technology set to roll out on the NHS.
The cutting-edge “closed loop” system uses a sensor and insulin pump to automatically control blood sugar.
Most patients with Type 1 diabetes monitor their blood sugar with a continuous sensor, but still inject themselves with insulin (stock image)[/caption]
Health watchdog the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence said it should be offered to patients who struggle to control type 1 diabetes.
Around 278,000 people in England and Wales have the condition – and 105,000 could be eligible for the gadget.
NHS clinics will get it if bosses can strike a deal for less than the market £5,700 per person per year, which NICE said is too pricey.
Professor Partha Kar, NHS England advisor, said: “This technology has been proven to give the best control for managing type 1 diabetes.
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“It could make things like amputations, blindness and kidney problems a thing of the past.”
Mark Chapman, technology director at NICE, added: “Some people with type 1 diabetes struggle to manage their condition and this technology is the best intervention to help them, barring a cure.
“At a time when the number of people with diabetes is rising, we have to focus on what matters most to people by balancing the best care with value for money.”
Almost 1,000 people were involved in an NHS trial of the closed loop insulin system last year.
Patients usually have to monitor blood sugars and inject insulin themselves because their pancreas cannot make it.
Insulin is a hormone that lowers levels of glucose in the blood, which rise when you eat – when they are too high it can cause nerve, eye and organ damage and even deadly comas.
Nikki Joule, policy manager at Diabetes UK, said: “This has the potential to transform the lives of people with type 1 diabetes.
“NICE’s draft guidance is a step towards ensuring people have access to the technologies they can benefit from most.
“Type 1 diabetes can take a huge mental toll, with people manually calculating how much insulin they need regularly throughout the day.
“By automating these calculations, hybrid closed-loop technology can greatly alleviate the emotional burden of diabetes.
“We look forward to it being rolled out on the NHS and will work towards ensuring that everyone who could benefit from this life-changing technology has access to it.”
Jeremy Renner In Critical But Stable Condition After Snowplowing Accident
Jeremy Renner is in critical but stable condition with injuries after experiencing a weather-related accident while plowing snow on New Year’s Day, Deadline reports via Renner’s spokesperson. Deadline also reported that Renner had been airlifted earlier Sunday to the hospital in coordination with Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District and REMSA Health. His spokesperson said his family is with him now and he is “receiving excellent care.”
A news release from the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office had said the Academy Award-nominated actor lived in the community after officers responded to a traumatic injury in the area of Mount Rose Highway in Reno. However, the sheriff’s office did not provide details on the extent of Renner’s injuries or what may have caused the accident. An accident investigation team from the Sherrif’s Office is looking into the circumstances.
Renner is reported to be the only one involved in the incident.
Thousands of Brits to get life-saving devices to help monitor silent killer condition
THOUSANDS of Brits are set to receive life-saving devices to help monitor diabetes.
Diabetes is a condition that affects millions of Brits, causing an imbalance in blood sugar levels, the NHS says.
A new deal has meant that more Brits will have better tools to manage their diabetes. Pictured above the Dexcom ONE Real Time-Continuous Glucose Monitoring system which has been made available to Brits[/caption]
It’s often referred to as a ‘silent killer’ as most people don’t recognise the signs of the illness – brushing it off as something else.
Around 4.9 million people in the UK have diabetes – with a further 13.6 million also at risk.
While most people are able to manage their condition, diabetes can be deadly if left untreated and if treated incorrectly.
Diabetics have to monitor their blood sugar levels as this will determine what they can eat and may also influence insulin intake.
Now, around eight in ten people with the condition will have access to life-changing technology thanks to the rollout that was first announced in August.
Over 200,000 people are using the non-invasive glucose monitoring devices.
These allow people to check their glucose levels more easily and regularly – which is key for diabetics.
The new wearable arm gadget sends information automatically to a mobile app and allows diabetes patients to always keep track of their glucose levels without having to scan or take a finger prick test.
The Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring (RTCGM), uses a sensor no bigger than a bottle cap that attaches to the arm for up to 10 days and measures glucose levels from just under the skin.
What are the diabetes signs you need to look out for?
Common signs you may have diabetes include:
- going to the toilet a lot, especially at night
- being really thirsty
- feeling more tired than usual
- losing weight without trying to
- genital itching or thrush
- cuts and wounds that take longer to heal
- blurred vision
The symptoms are caused by high levels of glucose remaining in the blood, where it cannot be used as energy.
These signs are common in children and adults alike.
But adults suffering with type 1 diabetes can find it harder to recognise their symptoms.
Diabetes UK’s four Ts campaign – Toilet, Thirsty, Tired and Thinner – aims to raise awareness of the key signs.
Professor Partha Kar, National Specialty Advisor for Diabetes said the NHS has revolutionised diabetes care over the past five years.
“We’ve seen people living with type 1 diabetes go from having almost no practical way to manage their condition in real-time, to having the option of a lifechanging device that automatically alerts patients to potentially dangerous changes to their blood sugar levels.
“As a diabetes clinician, I’ve seen first-hand how liberating this device is for my patients, giving them the confidence to go about their days knowing they are safe and able to enjoy themselves.
“The majority of the NHS has already rolled out these new devices, but the NHS rollout will continue at pace to ensure both devices are available to every patient across the country by the end of next year.”
Patients will receive their starter pack once they have been prescribed the device by their GP.
This will include information on the product, usage, and a sensor and transmitter.
Health and Social Care Secretary Steve Barclay said: “Hundreds of thousands of patients now have access to this cutting-edge technology – helping them to better manage their diabetes whether they’re at home or on the move.
“It’s another example of how we’re using technology to improve outcomes for patients, while reducing pressure on frontline services and this will help reduce hospitalisations and diabetic illnesses.
“The NHS has rolled out these devices at pace, and even more patients stand to benefit from this life-saving technology from the spring.”
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Former World Chess Champion Anatoly Karpov Hospitalized In Serious Condition
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