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Type 1 Diabetes and Disordered Eating Services 2025-03-05

05 March 2025

Lead MP

Josh Newbury

Debate Type

Adjournment Debate

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NHS
Other Contributors: 6

At a Glance

Josh Newbury raised concerns about type 1 diabetes and disordered eating services 2025-03-05 in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.

How the Debate Unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:

Lead Contributor

Opened the debate
It is a privilege to have secured a debate on the chronic but often misunderstood condition of type 1 diabetes and disordered eating, known as T1DE. Separately, these conditions are well-known but together they exacerbate each other and can become life-threatening. Type 1 diabetes requires constant monitoring and management through insulin injections and blood glucose tests. The strict attention to diet and nutrition necessary for managing type 1 diabetes can sometimes lead to unhealthy eating habits, especially in the form of disordered eating. Up to 40% of women and girls with type 1 diabetes experience some form of disordered eating, leading to serious medical consequences such as kidney problems, bone wastage, amputations, blindness, and death. There is a need for joined-up services that combine diabetes care and eating disorder support. NHS England's T1DE pilot sites are trailblazing projects that offer hope for faster recovery from T1DE and reduced hospital admissions. The Government should ensure long-term funding for these pilots to build sustainable services across the country. Additionally, there is a need for increased awareness of T1DE within general practice and eating disorder services to ensure tailored care.

Government Response

NHS
Government Response
The Minister acknowledges the issue of T1DE and the work being done by various charities. She highlights NHS England's pilot projects aimed at managing T1DE through an integrated pathway approach and mentions funding extensions until March 2026. The Minister also discusses ongoing investments in annual diabetes reviews, technology like real-time continuous glucose monitoring, and screening programmes such as ELSA for early detection of type 1 diabetes. She commits to working with the APPG on diabetes to implement recommendations and promises to keep stakeholders updated on developments regarding T1DE management and services.
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