Born out of founders Maddie and Rob Julian ’ s personal experience of being parents of a child with Type 1 diabetes , Leeds-based DigiBete has developed an innovative , multi-award-winning digital platform that helps support children , young people and families to self-manage their own diabetes . Maddie tells us about how the platform was created in partnership with Leeds Children ’ s Hospital .

Co-designed with patients , families and clinicians , the DigiBete web platform includes a range of clinically approved videos and information on areas such as diet and exercise , as well as offering 24 / 7 support for patients and their families . The DigiBete Clinic and Patient Support App provides easy access to these resources and other important functionality as well as assisting clinics in helping patients and their families to better self-manage their condition .

DigiBete offers a clinic – to – patient communication system that enables clinics to help patients remotely . It also enables patients to keep up to date insulin records , health care plans and appointments . The technology has been especially important for clinics and support networks during the COVID-19 pandemic , ensuring patients could still access care without face – to – face support . It continues to have a significant impact on easing the growing

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