Maggie Shepherd

Abstract Type 2 diabetes is among the leading causes of death globally. It has the highest burden in low-income countries, where misconceptions about its causes and management remain widespread. This study explored the perceptions and lived experiences of adults diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in Central Uganda. Forty participants diagnosed with T2D were purposively enrolled in a longitudinal qualitative study in Kalungu and Masaka districts, Central Uganda.

Effective integration of research within healthcare organisations is recognised to improve outcomes. A research strategy within a hospital Trust in South West England was revised, following the launch of a national Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) strategy that promotes research engagement and activity. The aim was to develop, implement and evaluate this revised strategic plan for research. High-level engagement within the organisation was established and previous initiatives evaluated.

Clinical Care/Education/Nutrition/Psychosocial Research Abstract OBJECTIVE ABCC8 mutations cause neonatal diabetes mellitus that can be transient (TNDM) or, less commonly, permanent (PNDM); ∼90% of individuals can be treated with oral sulfonylureas instead of insulin. Previous studies suggested that people with ABCC8-PNDM require lower sulfonylurea doses and have milder neurological features than those with KCNJ11-PNDM.