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One in 10 people around the world are living with diabetes, a lifelong condition listed by the World Health Organization in 2019 as one of the top 10 leading causes of death globally. In Ireland, over a quarter of a million people have been diagnosed with the disease and it is estimated that a further 850,000 are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

One in ten people around the world are living with diabetes, a lifelong condition listed by the World Health Organization in 2019 as one of the top ten leading causes of deaths globally. In Ireland, over a quarter of a million people have been diagnosed with the disease. However, it is estimated that a further 850,000 are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes, a major contributor to kidney failure, heart attack, cancer, and stroke. As well as the human cost, the economic burden of diabetes on the Irish health care system is becoming a major challenge for the government and the HSE.

NUI Galway and heart and stroke charity Croí have joined forces to design a cardiovascular-themed garden to educate people about heart health.

NUI Galway has revealed a strong performance during 2021 in knowledge transfer and impact with 50 industry collaborations, four new spin-outs and multiple start-up successes and awards.

Some 42% of patients attending a dedicated diabetes clinic have signs of established chronic kidney disease, the first detailed research of its kind in Ireland has revealed.

This June Bank Holiday Weekend, Diabetes Ireland is asking those in Westmeath with diabetes, their families and friends to get outdoors and take part in its 10km Challenge 2021 to raise vital funds to support its helpline and education services.

A new study published this month in the international journal Diabetes Care, provides important clues as to the most effective components of dietary lifestyle interventions, to help people with type 2 diabetes better control their condition and lose weight.

New approaches in delivering care to young adults with type 1 diabetes are needed, according to researchers in Galway. A multi-disciplinary research team from NUI Galway and Galway University Hospitals have carried out a systematic review of international literature which has been published in the journal Diabetic Medicine.

A conference which takes place today (Thursday) at NUI Galway, will examine ways of improving the health of young adults with Type 1 diabetes.

The important role that members of the public can play in healthcare research will be one of the key issues discussed at an event being held in the city next week.