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What is Mounjaro used for?  Mounjaro, the brand name for tirzepatide, is a drug that lowers blood sugar levels.   How does Mounjaro work?  This medication works by activating two receptors called GLP-1 and GIP to increase the level of incretins – hormones - in the body.   It works by helping your body to produce more insulin when needed. It also reduces the amount of glucose, or sugar, produced by the liver, and slows down how quickly food is digested. This all helps to lower blood sugar levels and HbA1c.    Is Mounjaro available across the UK?  Yes. It can be prescribed...

FreeStyle Libre 2 sensors will be phased out in the UK by the end of August 2025, meaning that people living with diabetes who use the sensors will need to transition to using FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus sensors.  The FreeStyle Libre 2 lets you check your glucose levels without having to prick your finger. It is now a real-time continuous glucose monitor (CGM), although you can still scan the sensor to see your glucose readings if you want to.    The FreeStyle Libre 2 is offered on the NHS to people who qualify, or alternatively you can self-fund these sensors.  What do FreeStyle Libre 2 users need to...

There is no specific diet for diabetes. But the foods you eat not only make a difference to how you manage your diabetes, but also to how well you feel and how much energy you have. For example carbohydrates you eat and drink are broken down into glucose. The type, and amount, you consume can make a difference to your blood glucose levels and diabetes management. This information will help you get to know the five main food groups that make up a healthy, balanced diet. Eating from the main food groups  How much you need to eat and drink is based on...

Additional Information Are you worried that you, your child or someone you know, may have diabetes? Having some of the signs of diabetes doesn’t mean you definitely have the condition, but you should always contact your GP, just to make sure. The common symptoms of diabetes  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 take longer to heal. Blurred vision.   Why does diabetes create these symptoms? These symptoms occur because some or all of the glucose stays in...