Diabetes resources in Highland

Live it Highland pack

An information pack from NHS Highland for participants, introducing you to type 2 diabetes.

You can also get this from your local GP practice.

Containing useful information about diabetes that can help discussions and planning to self-manage type 2 diabetes.

iPad loans

If you prefer to access information online but you're unsure where to look, or if you don’t have access to a digital device, High Life Highland library service has iPads pre-populated with health information. They can be booked and loaned out from any library, including mobile library service.

• no internet required - SIM card included, providing mobile data (Vodafone / O2 signal)
• health information, useful websites and leaflets
• an information pack with how to use an iPad or access training and support

Ask at any High Life Highland library.

See a poster about iPad loans (pdf).

New to Type 2 app

New to Type 2 is a free digital app with information that can be useful for people with pre-diabetes, newly diagnosed with type 2, and gestational diabetes. The app means you can always have access to information and keep returning to it as often as you need.

The app includes:

 

• information to read
• short videos to watch
• local resources
• frequently asked questions
• a section for people to work on their personal
  goals

 

See a New to Type 2 app poster (pdf).

Emotional health and diabetes

Managing diabetes is an ongoing and often challenging task, which can be wearing on our emotional health too.