RCSI MyHealth Series: The changing landscape of diabetes: prevention, treatment and supports

The fifth episode of the RCSI MyHealth series 2024/25 explores the evolving landscape of diabetes, examining the latest trends in prevalence, causes, and impacts.

The panel members highlight the advances in treatment and technology for both type 1 and type 2 diabetes, while also offering personal insights and future directions for prevention, management, and support.

This episode will be chaired by Professor Suzanne McDonough, Head, School of Physiotherapy, RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences.

Panellists include:

Dr Kate Gajewska, Clinical Manager for Advocacy and Research, Diabetes Ireland

Professor Edward Gregg, Head, School of Population Health, RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences

Professor Diarmuid Smith, Consultant Endocrinologist, Beaumont Hospital, Dublin

Professor Seamus Sreenan, Director, Graduate Entry Medicine Programme, RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences and Consultant in Diabetes and Endocrinology, Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown, Dublin.



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The MyHealth series explores a wide range of areas in health and well-being and brings together some of the leading healthcare experts in these fields, with the goal of empowering people with the knowledge to make informed decisions about their own health and well-being.  



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