DSN Forum To Go: Breaking News the HSSIB report on Insulin: Supporting safe self-administration for patients in the community with a mental health condition

Welcome to our emergency podcast with Dr Rose Stewart!

On this episode we explore the HSSIB report that was released

just TODAY all about the issues of safety with insulin in the community, for people with a mental health issue.

The reports focuses on several themes:

▶️T1DE

▶️insulin overdosing

▶️Suicidal thoughts & diabetes

▶️recommendations for both DSN & MH teams

Listen to us as we discuss how challenging this cohort can be to manage & some adjustments we could offer to support.

Links 🔗 https://www.hssib.org.uk/patient-safety-investigations/insulin-supporting-safe-self-administration-in-vulnerable-patient-groups-in-the-community/investigation-report/

*TW*

We appreciate that this may be upsetting to some listeners who are affected by death by suicide & T1DE.

Please do reach out the Breakthrough T1D helpline to access support on 020 7713 2030.