Diabetes Ireland

🏅 Exciting News! 🏅 Cork native Jake O’Brien, who recently made his Republic of Ireland senior debut, has announced his new role as an ambassador for Diabetes Ireland! 🎉 Now playing for Olympique Lyon in French Ligue 1, Jake is committed to raising awareness about diabetes and inspiring others. Let's support him as he champions this important cause. ⚽💙 During a recent visit home to Cork, Jake met with young people living with Type 1 diabetes and their families, sharing insights about playing against stars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappe, and how he manages his own Type 1 diabetes daily. #JakeOBrien #OlympiqueLyon #RepublicOfIreland #DiabetesIreland #Ambassador #Football #CorkPride #RaisingAwareness #CommunityHero #Inspiration

🌟 A huge THANK YOU to Doireann for organising a fantastic quiz in Kanturk that raised an impressive €1,750.00 for Diabetes Ireland! 🙌🎉 Your dedication and enthusiasm have made a tremendous difference! Doireann visited the Cork Centre for a special cheque presentation with Marion from Diabetes Ireland. Your commitment and hard work are truly inspiring, demonstrating how one person’s efforts can create a significant impact. 💙👏 #Inspiration #CommunitySpirit #DiabetesIreland #MakingADifference #Cork

Check Top🔟#Type1Diabetes #research priorities chosen by people with #T1D, their families & healthcare professionals Together with @DiabetesCTN @DUK_research, @JDRFUK we’re happy to support @LindAlliance Priority Setting Partnerships to ensure research tackles the most pressing concerns of those with #diabetes. See the link: https://lnkd.in/ejUk-u47

💙 Light Up the World in Blue for Diabetes! 💙 This November, join us in celebrating World Diabetes Day by going blue on November 14th—or anytime this month! Here's how you can make a difference: 🔹 Wear Blue: Show your support by wearing blue and donating. 🔹 Crazy Blue Hair: Get creative with bold blue hair. 🔹 Run/Walk: Hit the streets in blue to spread awareness. 🔹 Brighten Up Work: Add blue to your workplace and inspire your team. 🔹 Coffee Break: Chat about diabetes awareness over coffee. 🔹 Quiz Night: Host a fun, educational quiz night with friends or colleagues. 🔹 Paint Your Nails Blue: Make a bold statement with blue nails. There’s so much more you can do! However you choose to go blue, your support helps make a real difference in raising diabetes awareness. 💙 For more information, contact 01 8428118 or email info@diabetes.ie To make a donation, visit: https://lnkd.in/eYFaCXT7 #GoBlue #WorldDiabetesDay #DiabetesAwareness #LightUpInBlue

Appointments now available! 🌟 Don’t wait—take the first step towards healthier, happier feet today! Our expert podiatrists at our Santry Care Centre are ready to help you prioritise your foot health. Whether it’s relief from discomfort or simply maintaining well-being, we’ve got you covered. Call Dublin: 01 8426273 now to book your appointment and give your feet the care they deserve! 👣✨ #Podiatry #HealthyFeet #SantryCare #SelfCare

Are Mealtimes a Battle? Concerned About Your Child's Fussy Eating? 🤔 If you are worried that your child's picky eating habits are affecting their nutrition, you are not alone. Fussy eating is a common stage in child development, but it can cause a lot of stress for parents and caregivers. Join this 60-minute Zoom webinar with HSE Dietitians Edel and Elaine, where they will discuss everything, you need to know about fussy eating. With personal and professional experience, they will offer practical tips and advice to help you navigate this challenging phase. 🔗 Register Now - https://lnkd.in/eGkWzCzx Let's make mealtimes a little easier together! 🍽️ #FussyEating #ParentingTips #ChildNutrition #HealthyEating #HSEWebinar #ParentingSupport #KidsHealth

🚨 Diabetes Ireland Launches 2023 Annual Report 🚨   We are delighted to share our 2023 Annual Report, showcasing our dedication to diabetes advocacy, education, support, and awareness.   Key Highlights: Conducted our first-ever survey on the lived experience of people with diabetes in Ireland. Made significant progress in advocating for a National Diabetes Strategy. Successfully hosted a Diabetes Health Awareness Exhibition in Limerick. Delivered numerous CODE Programmes and Educational Webinars. Returned to in-person events including our Teen Weekend Camp and Family Weekend in Donegal. Relaunched the TEST Campaign in response to the rise in Type 1 Diabetes Diagnoses. Launched an Awareness Campaign on Heart Failure. Provided support to thousands through our various services. Achieved the removal of the Freestyle Libre Age Restriction.   A huge thank you to our members, volunteers, fundraisers, healthcare professionals, corporate supporters, and the HSE. Your continued support is vital as we work together to improve the lives of the diabetes community in Ireland. 💙 Read more here - https://lnkd.in/dsX4h72x #DiabetesIreland #AnnualReport2023 #DiabetesAwareness #CommunitySupport #HealthAndWellbeing

To further support families and school staff, here is a useful resource for both parents and teachers. Discover helpful guidance on managing diabetes in school by visiting: https://lnkd.in/eiicgcrR #Type1Diabetes #BackToSchool #DiabetesAwareness #Diabetes

🎧 In this podcast episode, Dr Abigail Collins, Consultant in Public Health Medicine and Clinical Lead for the National Healthy Childhood Programme, shares invaluable advice on getting children ready for the school year. 🏫 Discover tips on preventing and managing common illnesses, creating healthy routines, and supporting children who may be feeling anxious about returning to school. Listen to the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast: ➡https://lnkd.in/e_iaDjHM or https://lnkd.in/eQQNAfm5 #BackToSchool #ChildHealth #DiabetesIreland #HealthyChildren #PodcastEpisode #ParentingTips #PublicHealth #Wellbeing

A big shoutout to all the students who received their results today! Remember, exams don’t define you. They’re just one step on your journey, not the whole story. Keep your head up and keep pushing forward! #ResultsDay #KeepGoing #BelieveInYourself #LeavingCert2024