What kind of general support is available for people with diabetes?

Diabetes will have a significant impact on lifestyle and will also place many demands on the individual, families and friends in terms of understanding what is wrong and how to cope with it. Patient education will be necessary and will vary depending on the stage of the condition. This may be provided by nurses, dietitians and other health care professionals at the local diabetic clinic. Additional information is available from the BDA, or by reference to the local support groups which operate throughout the country.