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Type 2 Diabetes and the Coronavirus - questions, concerns, precautions?
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Lardyfats
I have insulin dependant diab asthma hole in heart. And I see the nhs is going to give me more support. Can’t imagine what that will be or why they are doing it. As a gov they want the old and sick to die, gets there pension bill and benafits bill down. They say where I live if you go into Russell’s hall and you don’t pay tax you ain’t likely to come out other than in a box. Have to say my experiences with friends and family back this up.
robjmckinney
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@Lardyfats Yes I think you are right to some degree with the reports of the NHS kicking out all the old and infirm to die in the care homes where only very basic medical help is available. Panic by the Hospital staff have caused thousands of extra unnecessary deaths. The ICUs have been empty with only 20% of the capacity used and A&E down 56%, so far from a hard time the NHS have had their easiest time in their history. So no angels, no great sacrifice, less NHS staff died from Covid-19 than the rest of the population. It seems the NHS were totally ruthless and efficient and the care homes left suffer badly. But let us not forget that care homes are mostly private concerns charging massive fees to residents and should have protected their staff and residents.
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robjmckinney
Diabetic
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@Tammcg I am the same but take metformin, been asked to return to work, but to work remotely is this safe ?
robjmckinney
AmbassadorGood advisor
Hi All,
Clearly as a diabetic Covid-19 is a serious risk as we are the largest group dying at 26%. But we are still awaiting answers as it may not be diabetes that is the main factor. It may be the additional factors of underlying conditions on top of diabetes, e.g. obesity, heart or lung conditions, kidney issues etc. So yes as a diabetic we are at greater risk but perhaps this is an incentive for us to better control our health and lifestyle will be the final answer if no vaccine is developed. But what do you think, will this give you incentive to improve lifestyle as we may not find the NHS has an answer and it is really up to us?
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JulesN
A couple of friends of mine received the letter stating they had to isolate for 12 weeks, I spoke to my doctor he said I should have received one. I later spoke the diabetic nurse who advised the criteria had changed & it is better to be able to get some exercise, which I get, just be extra careful. I was controlling mine with diet & exercise, but had a really bad spike @ between 17 & 20 so am now on meds which has controlled it between 5 & 7 now
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Jules
Diabetic
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@emnaharding51 Hi I'm a TA in a primary school ,but I work in our ASD class my headteacher has said I can come in and work remotely from kids and staff or take unpaid leave . I would have taken unpaid leave if we could have afforded it .
Could you ask your nursery boss if you could do admin instead ?
Lardyfats
Are you in the union? If so ask them on there position. Unfortunatly we live in a country where to be in charge of anything you have to be useless most head teachers are only there to stop them having any contact with the students so they can’t cause any damage . See what union says
airgirl999
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I had my results from my Human resources department after filling for in for my risk assessment done by a clinician and as I work in a emergency control room for the NHS , my factors are type 2 high blood pressure both treated with tablets my BMI is 37.6-38 although I have lost 3 stone, so I am trying and unlike what people believe I don't sit eating cakes all day but I work in a very busy control room with lots of people between 50 or so people, anyway when the clinician rang me he said I was clinically vulnerable , as type 2 High BP and overweight his recommendations where one stringent social distancing , or home working and if these cannot be done then medical suspension, the first two cant be done in my workplace as we swap desks on a rotating shift basis. BUt a few screens up so they think it safe, Anyway I had a meeting had the union involved and even though the union expressed concerns for me not a lot they can do as when this clinician sent there report it only said clinically vulnerable and look at trying to do another role ( not Possible in my job) not the details he told me on the phone, so I have to continue to work , we have had confirmed cases of Covid and they have come back to work once recovered I know my work doing the best they can but I am having sleepless nights not just for me but scared taking anything home to my husband who is type I and 70 I am younger than him 53 been married 24 years, I cannot leave I like the job and cant afford to but the stress of it is starting to have an effect. Im not one to flout work, I have worked all my life since leaving school, but just so worried.
Janine
yolanda
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@airgirl999 Hi Janine, my goodness you must be stressed! Believe me, I don't think anyone thinks anyone in the NHS just sit around eating cakes, especially not in this period! I'm sorry you're in that position, please try to take care of yourself as best you can! Sending hugs and good thoughts your way! xx
Julie176
The guidelines are very grey and although we are told it’s best to stay home, they say go to work. I am off until July 1st then I’m back in. I know loads of diabetics have carried on throughout but I am so stressed with fear about catching it or passing it onto my family. I have now been put on antidepressants which is not what I wanted to end up doing. Stay safe and do as much as you can at work to stay safe, they have to ensure you are not out at risk.
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Courtney_J
Community managerGood advisor
Hello everyone,
Since the Coronavirus pandemic concerns many across the UK (and Carenity members too), I've created this discussion to allow you to talk specifically about the virus in the context of Type 2 diabetes, as we all know that people with underlying health conditions can be more affected.
If you haven't yet seen, we've published a few articles outlining the general information and guidelines for both the general population and for those with chronic illnesses:
Coronavirus: What do you need to know?
Coronavirus and chronic illness
Are you worried about the coronavirus? Have you received any special instructions from your doctor regarding your care? Are you going to limit your travel? Do you feel that you are sufficiently informed about the general and specific recommendations? Have you taken any specific precautions?
Feel free to share your comments or questions below!
Take care,
Courtney