Information on Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Diabetes
If you have diabetes, you are at increased risk of severe illness from coronavirus (COVID-19). There is very limited information about who with diabetes is most at risk of developing problems. The following gives information on key areas to minimise your risk during this challenging time and we’ll share some more information throughout this week.
General advice on COVID-19
NHS Inform gives up to date information on what COVID-19 is, the symptoms you can get, social distancing and self isolation:
https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/infections-and-poisoning/coronavirus-covid-19
Advice on diabetes and COVID-19
The Scottish Government has produced tailored advice for people living with diabetes and how COVID-19 might affect them is available at:
https://www.gov.scot/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-tailored-advice-for-those-who-live-with-specific-medical-conditions/
Diabetes UK has the latest advice and guidance on coronavirus at:
www.diabetes.org.uk /coronavirus
My Diabetes, My Way has the latest advice and guidance on coronavirus
Coronavirus: specific advice for people living with diabetes https://www.mydiabetesmyway.scot.nhs.uk/Content.aspx?id=231
