Hypoglycemia

Read this Hot Topic Review to catch up on the latest research into the risks and benefits of fasting for people with diabetes.

Researchers have identified 24 clinical and lifestyle variables associated with a significantly increased risk for severe hypoglycemia among people using insulin for type 2 diabetes.

Individuals with type 1 diabetes continue to experience severe and level 2 hypoglycemia despite the use of continuous glucose monitoring systems, with the risk potentially influenced by personal beliefs, US research shows.

Test your knowledge with two interactive activities authored by international diabetes experts:

1. Initial introduction of therapy, looking at the most appropriate and individualized treatment plans to avoid the risk of hypoglycemia.
2. Monitoring and follow-up, focusing on continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) data interpretation and treatment inertia.

Compare trial data from around the World as regional experts discuss the global burden of hypoglycemia.

Guided by diabetes specialists, choose and explore different treatment paths by introducing new insulins and technologies.

Faculty: Professor Timothy Jones (Australia), Dr Emma Wilmot (UK)

Watch experts in a lively debate presenting real-life patient cases, and discussing where newer therapies can be best utilized.

Faculty: Simon Heller (UK), Kamlesh Khunti (UK), Hermelinda C Pedrosa (Brazil), Elizabeth R Seaquist (USA)

Test yourself with three expert-authored case studies involving patients presenting with hypoglycemia complications. What treatment advice would you give them?

Faculty: Professor Kamlesh Khunti (UK), Dr Yingying Luo (China), Professor Ulrik Pedersen-Bjergaard (Denmark)

Watch hypothetical patient–doctor consultations covering patient fears and how to manage them. Learn with practical advice given by clinicians as they offer commentary and insights throughout the workshop.

Faculty: Professor Stephanie Amiel (UK), Professor Simon Heller (UK), Dr Emma Wilmot (UK)