Type 2 diabetes: the role of the practice pharmacist
Muhammad Siddiqur Rahman highlights the integral role of practice-based pharmacists in managing type 2 diabetes
Co-morbidities in type 2 diabetes
Dr Kevin Fernando describes eight common co-morbidities in patients with type 2 diabetes and how the co-existing conditions should be managed
Type 2 diabetes: what are the benefits and risks of glucose-lowering agents?
Dr Kevin Fernando explains how SIGN 154 offers evidence-based guidance on glucose control therapies for people with type 2 diabetes
Top tips: type 2 diabetes
Dr Kevin Fernando provides top tips on diagnosing and managing type 2 diabetes and identifying people at high risk
An innovative diabetes service redesign in Wakefield
Dr Dinesh Nagi provides insight into an integrated model of care provided by primary care and specialist diabetes teams
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