Gloucestershire Diabetic Eye Screening Programme

28/02/2026

New NICE guidelines are published, to bring earlier access to a range of treatments, for type 2 diabetics.

📢 The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has published new guidelines that will give people with type 2 diabetes access to more effective treatments earlier.

This will transform treatment for many people living with the condition, helping them to improve their self-management and avoid the devastating complications of diabetes.

We’ve campaigned for this with your support and welcome this change which put the focus on prevention and personalised approaches to treatment, as well as ensuring equal access for all.

Head to our website to learn more about this exciting news:

https://orlo.uk/diabetes-treatments_6ECLZ

22/02/2026

Diabetes UK share Mohammed's story, 'looking after your diabetes during Ramadan'.

Mohammed shares his experience of looking after his diabetes during the holy month. Mohammed, from Carlisle, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in 2017. After feeling tired and fatigued - something Mohammed had put down to a busy work life - he saw his GP and went for blood tests which revealed very...

17/02/2026

With Ramadan and Lent both starting this week, many of us are focusing on what we eat 🍌🌶🍚
The Diabetes UK website has dietary advice, and inspiring recipes, for healthy eating. Why not check them out?
Click on the picture below or go to the Diabetes UK website and search 'food'

If you, or someone in your family, has type 1, type 2 or another type of diabetes, you'll know that it can sometimes be difficult to know what to eat. Start here for the key information you need to make healthy food choices for a balanced diet.

11/02/2026

👀New Venue for Stonehouse Diabetic Eye Screening 👀
Our diabetic eye screening van 🚐is coming to the car park of Stonehouse Community Centre, Laburnum Walk GL10 2NS
Please be aware, if parking at this venue, you will need to enter your car registration on the screen inside the hall.
April 27th to May 1st, appointments only, no walk ins.

09/02/2026

Did you know, around two-thirds of type 2 diabetics, also have non-alcoholic fatty liver disease?

Non-alcohol related fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a long-lasting liver condition caused by having too much fat in the liver. The main treatment for NAFLD is...

08/02/2026

Do you use the NHS app?
It is a great way to order repeat prescriptions, view blood test results, review the outcome of previous GP appointments,...
The app can be installed on a smart phone 📱 or accessed on a computer 🖥️ www.nhsapp.service.nhs.uk/login
It's often quicker than phoning 📞 your GP surgery.

You can do so much more with the NHS App than you realise. You can quickly and
easily request your repeat prescription. And if you turn on notifications, you’ll get
messages and appointment reminders as soon as they’re sent.

You can also view your GP health record in record time, get your test results faster
before they arrive in the post and more. All when it suits you.

Discover what you can do in the NHS App today, visit www.nhs.uk/nhsapp .
Tap the NHS App.

30/01/2026

We love feedback from our patients.
We asked, 'Are you happy with the info we sent out, prior to your appointment?'
95% of people replied they were happy with the information/did not need any additional information. Only 1% felt they would have liked more.
When you attend 👀Diabetic Eye Screening 👀, your screener will give you a link to our feedback survey. Please let us know, how it was for you.

26/01/2026

A healthy packed lunch, is a great way to avoid less healthy confidence foods, and it can save you money too 💰👛

Save yourself money by bringing a packed lunch to work or school every day with these tried-and-tested leakproof lunch boxes

23/01/2026

It's Feedback Friday.

19/01/2026

Are you trying a plant based diet this Veganuary?
Following a diet high in plants, and low in processed foods, can help reduce your blood sugar levels. The BDA (the association of UK dieticians) has a website with useful advice on how to eat enough protein, vitamins and minerals while following a vegan diet. Why not check them out?

16/01/2026

It's good to plan ahead if you have type 2 diabetes and want to fast during Ramadan. See the link below for a YouTube video with advice.

A recording of Diabetes UK ‘s Webinar in 2022, updated for 2023. This video offers information and support for anyone preparing for and participating in the ...

14/01/2026

We love it when our patients respond to our feedback questionnaires. In a recent survey 65% of people were happy with their automatically generated appointment, and 33% said it was very easy to change the appointment day/time, to what suited them best.
If you are unable to attend your appointment please get in touch.
You can call 📞0300 422 4419 or change it online 🖥️using the info on your appointment letter.
To talk to us about anything else
📧email ghn-tr.despadmin@nhs.net