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Tendring Show on the 13th July 2024
We will be at the Tendring Show on the 13th July 2024, to offer advice and signposting around all thing’s diabetes. Diet, exercise, myth busting and talking about the essential...
Read morePatient Engagement Events 2024
NEEDS has been working to increase patient contacts in order to raise awareness of the service, offering support and guidance with signposting as required in order to try and...
Read moreNew guidelines regarding the use of hybrid closed loop technology
On December 19, 2023, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) released new guidelines regarding the use of hybrid closed loop technology (sometimes referred...
Read moreAre you age 16-25 and have any type of Diabetes? join us on 27th March 2024 1800-1930
Come and join NEEDS for free food and soft drink and a short talk on "The best diet to manage your diabetes" Plus meet others with diabetes and have a chat The event is on...
Read moreHybrid closed loop technology for patients with Type 1 diabetes – NHS Suffolk and North East Essex ICB
On December 19, 2023, the National Institute for Health care Excellence (NICE) released new guidelines regarding the use of hybrid closed loop technology (sometimes referred to as...
Read moreNEEDS launches a New Type 1 Education Course
NEEDS have developed a new course for anyone with Type 1 Diabetes, whether you are newly diagnosed or have had diabetes for a while. This provides advice on how to best manage...
Read moreHybrid Closed Loop insulin pumps
You may be aware of the recent NICE guidance update around Hybrid Closed Loop insulin pumps. This is an exciting development in the world of diabetes and planning is underway...
Read moreClacton Type 2 Diabetes Support Group
Come and meet other, share experiences and learn more about living with diabetes. This is open to anyone living with diabetes in Clacton on Sea and the surrounding arear and...
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How we’re helping in the community
Community clinics
Our community clinics, led by consultants, take place regularly in Clacton, Colchester and Harwich.
Support groups and forums
Our friendly forums are a great place to meet other diabetes patients, careers and healthcare professionals.
Inpatient care
Inpatient hospital care for the North East Essex runs from Colchester General Hospital (ESNEFT).