Type 1 diabetes-related eating disorders (T1DE) can have life-threatening consequences for both physical and mental health, including unstable blood sugar levels, malnutrition, depression and anxiety. It sets out a framework of essential changes to improve the health of everyone living with T1DE, save lives and reduce long-term costs to the NHS. Separate approaches in diabetes and eating disorder services have led to conflicting and inadequate care with devastating consequences. There are eight NHS England T1DE pilots, which combine diabetes and eating disorder support into one service. People using these pilot services recover from T1DE faster and the services are cost effective in reducing repeated hospital admissions.

Source: The Times January 25, 2024 20:28 UTC