Overview
Managing diabetes is a life-long commitment. Learn about the disease and how each type might affect you.
Diabetes is a condition which affects the blood sugar levels. There are two main types of diabetes.
Type 1 is when the immune system attacks and destroys the cells which produce insulin. It is far less common than type 2.
Type 2 diabetes is when the body does not produce enough insulin, or the cells are not reacting to the insulin.
Common symptoms
Spot the signs of type 1 & 2 diabetes
- Feeling very thirsty
- Needing to urinate more frequently, especially at night
- Unexplained weight loss or loss of muscle mass
- Itching around the penis or vagina, or frequent thrush
- Cuts or wounds which are slow to heal
- Blurred vision
Members Directory
Find local support from organisations and healthcare experts
- See the symptoms, treatments and stats about diabetes in Wales.
- Research group looking to address the healthcare needs of those with diabetes, through research into prevention and treatment of diabetes.
- 16 Leading UK alcohol charity offering help and support. Take a look at the latest stats and figures about the diabetes situation in Wales.
Charities & organisations
Local charities and organisations who you can reach out to.
National Children & Young People’s Diabetes Network: Wales Network
Charities and Organisations
- Bringing together healthcare professionals, organisations and families of young people and children with diabetes.
- A local diabetes support group, so you and your family can talk to others who have been diagnosed with diabetes.