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Continue reading →: A little reminder..
…to turn it blue today 💙 It’s World Diabetes Day today, so let’s celebrate our strength by wearing #blue 💙 #worlddiabetesday #blue #diabetes #strength #celebrate
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Continue reading →: A chance encounter
I have been told that I have the ability to get people to share details about themselves with me very easily. Yet I am still overcome with surprise and thankfulness when conversations with strangers develop quickly into shared understanding and connection. I had such an interaction today with a lovely…
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Continue reading →: Taking a break
Just because diabetes doesn’t take a break it shouldn’t stop us from taking time away from everyday life to regroup and simply be in the moment. Having enjoyed a few days on the stunning Dorset coast I was reminded of the power and beauty of the sea and I was…
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Continue reading →: Trick or treat
As with most things in life, moderation seems to be the key at this time of year as celebrations such as Halloween do seem to revolve around eating food especially sweet treats. Rachel Woods from the University of Lincoln provides a nice overview of the myths around sugar comsumption, especially…
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Continue reading →: Wednesday wise words
I needed a little positivity this Wednesday morning, so sharing this in case someone else does too 💙💙💙 #diabetes #quote #motivation #courage
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Continue reading →: Fighting for a fairer system
Apologies for going sightly off topic with this post, but I think that fairness within our education system impacts everyone within our society. The Guardian highlights a recent report from The Sutton Trust revealing real disparity across the UK in terms of support for children with SEND. Calling this present…
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Continue reading →: This postman only has to knock once
I admit that whilst reading news of this pioneering research from Diabetes UK , I was most struck by the description of a “harmless virus that acts like a microscopic postman” New gene therapy from researchers at the University of Bristol could offer long-term protection from kidney damage for diabetics…
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Continue reading →: In a whirl…of cinnamon
Laughter is the greatest medicine, right? Well, it can be when you watch some of the fabulous comedians from A spoonful of laughter. Available on both Instagram and YouTube, you’re sure to find something that resonates with you and makes you smile. Just don’t mention cinnamon 😂 #laughter #diabetes #comedy…
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Continue reading →: Mind and body
This is a gentle reminder on World Mental Health Day to take care of all of you 💛 #mental health day #2025 #mind #body
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Continue reading →: I’m curious…
The amazing new Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities is set to open its doors very soon, and I, for one, can’t wait to explore their wonderful offer. Promising boundless creativity under one roof, the new centre from the University of Oxford promises to be “open to all.” The building and facilities…
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Pavlova here
Welcome to Crumbling Pavlova, where we hope to encourage an open and honest sharing of what it means to live with diabetes.
We aim to highlight issues which impact on the diabetic community, in the hope of supporting and giving encouragement to help you to believe that you can live a happy and full life.
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