Book reviews

Our books have been reviewed in many journals, both for people with diabetes and for health professionals. Read more to find out what they said, and give us your own review if you wish to.



Diabetes - a practical guide to managing your health

Published in Balance, the magazine for members of Diabetes UK, Sept-Oct 2004

"...this wonderfully clear guide is as equally suitable for people with diabetes as for healthcare students and professionals..."

"...I would happily recommend a cover-to-cover read..."

"...the writing style is very clear and jargon is explained throughout..."

"...the clearly labelled diagrams and photos are outstanding..."



Published in N2N, a general nursing journal, Mar-Apr 2005, Vol 5 No 1

"This is a book which does exactly what it says on the cover!"

"...the comprehensive and informative main text is supplemented by boxes containing practical tips in bullet points..."

"...the separate section devoted to children and teenagers is both realistic and understanding..."

"...this is a valuable book for patients and health professionals alike..."



Published in Journal of Diabetes Nursing, Sept 2004, Vol 8 No 8

"I like this book! I would happily recommend it to both patients and healthcare professionals alike..."

"...it generates a positive approach to managing diabetes, with the emphasis being on maintaining health..."

"...the inclusion of motivation and coping in the long term...is inspiring..."

"...the real life anecdotes and experiences...will help many patients see that they are not alone..."



Type 2 diabetes - your questions answered

Published in Balance, the magazine for members of Diabetes UK, May-Jun 2006

"...a valuable resource for anyone interested in type 2 diabetes..."

"...the information is presented in an engaging question and answer format..."

"...sections on caring for and living with someone with diabetes also make the book relevant for friends and relatives of people with diabetes..."

"...without shying away from the seriousness of type 2 diabetes, the focus is on what people can do to help maintain their health..."



Using insulin pumps in diabetes - a guide for nurses and other health professionals

Published in European Diabetes Nursing, Summer 2008 Vol 5 No 2

"...an important contribution to the literature..."

"...should be considered a valuable resource for nurses and other health professionals working with insulin pumps..."

"...it covers almost everything about insulin pump treatment..."

"...this book can be recommended for anyone who is interested in insulin pump treatment..."



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