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<p>The goal of treating type 1 diabetes is to keep blood glucose within a healthy
range by providing the body with supplemental insulin. The National Health Service,
with the Department’s support, has taken a number of steps to help manage type 1 diabetes.</p><p>In
line with the commitments in the NHS Long Term Plan, NHS England is driving access
to new and existing technologies such as continual glucose monitors. This reflects
the essential role that technology plays in allowing individuals with type 1 diabetes
to manage their blood sugars correctly and avoid dangerous complications. Furthermore,
maternity services across the country are now offering continuous glucose monitors
to expectant mothers with type 1 diabetes.</p><p>Finally, approximately 72% of children
and young people living with type 1 diabetes have registered with the Digibete app,
which helps users manage their type 1 diabetes. Over 250,000 unique users have accessed
the open access adult website, with over 3,800 education modules undertaken.</p>
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