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Committed to helping people with Diabetes better understand Life Insurance.
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Just a couple of twins that set out on a journey to make sure that Diabetics don't struggle to get Life Insurance👯‍♂️
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#typeonediabetes #typeonelookslikeme #typetwo #diawarrior #diabadass by @morethandiabetes_mtd

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4 years ago

Your retinopathy does not automatically rule out life insurance.
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The Exeter typically added +150% to the basic life insurance price for our clients with Type 2 diabetes and background retinopathy.
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Tell us whether you have had laser only, injections as well, or other eye surgery.
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Full article: https://vist.ly/5m9vn
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#diabetes #retinopathy #lifeinsurance #insurance Person looking into eye examination equipment with text about diabetic retinopathy and insurance. by @morethandiabetes_mtd

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13 days ago

Does having an insulin pump affect your life insurance?
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More Than Diabetes has specialised in protection insurance for people with diabetes for around eight years.
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Your pump does not itself earn a life insurance discount or trigger an extra charge.
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Full article: https://vist.ly/5knhp
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#diabetes #diabeteslifeinsurance #lifeinsurance #getcovered Does having an insulin pump for diabetes affect life insurance? by @morethandiabetes_mtd

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18 days ago

💙 Which UK life insurers are best for someone with Type 1 diabetes?
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There isn’t one insurer that’s right for everyone. Your age, HbA1c, diabetes management and any complications can all influence which insurer may offer suitable cover and at what price.
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Based on more than 450 Type 1 diabetes applications, our latest guide explores the mainstream and specialist insurers we use most — and why finding the right insurer for your individual circumstances matters.
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👉 Read the full guide: https://vist.ly/5kjbg
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#MoreThanDiabetes #Type1Diabetes #LifeInsurance #Diabetes #DiabetesSupport #LifeInsuranceUK Scrabble letters spell 'Diabetes' with text questioning best UK insurers for Type 1 diabetes. by @morethandiabetes_mtd

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18 days ago

Living with Type 2 diabetes doesn’t automatically mean life insurance is out of reach. 💙
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From your HbA1c and diabetes management to your age, overall health and any complications, insurers consider a range of factors when assessing an application — and options can still be available even if you’ve previously been declined.
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Our latest guide explains what insurers may look for, what can affect the cost of cover, and what information it helps to have ready when applying.
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👉 https://vist.ly/5k8c7
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#MoreThanDiabetes #Type2Diabetes #LifeInsurance #DiabetesUK #DiabetesSupport #ProtectionInsurance Glucometer reading 118 mg/dL next to oranges and a cucumber. by @morethandiabetes_mtd

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20 days ago

Can you get life insurance if you have diabetes? Yes — having Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes doesn’t automatically prevent you from getting cover. Your diabetes type, HbA1c, overall health and any complications can all affect the options and price available.
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Our latest guide explains what insurers consider, what can affect the cost, and what your options may be if you’ve previously been declined.
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👉 Can diabetics get life insurance? Read the full guide https://vist.ly/5jr9i
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#Diabetes #LifeInsurance #DiabetesUK #Type1Diabetes #Type2Diabetes #DiabetesSupport Smiling man with text about diabetes insurance specialist Sam Stevens and details of his certification. by @morethandiabetes_mtd

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25 days ago

Living with diabetes isn’t always as simple as type 1 or type 2. MODY and LADA are less common forms of diabetes that can sometimes be mistaken for more familiar types.
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Understanding the differences can help you have informed conversations about diagnosis, treatment and family risk.
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Read our guide to MODY and LADA:
https://vist.ly/5jnk4
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#Diabetes #MODY #LADA #DiabetesAwareness #DiabetesSupport Woman in a green sweater with graphics indicating MODY and LADA diabetes. by @morethandiabetes_mtd

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25 days ago

Living with diabetes can affect more than blood sugar — it can also weaken your immune response and make infections and wounds take longer to heal.
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Discover why this happens and the practical steps you can take to support your immune system, manage infections and stay healthy.
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🔗 https://vist.ly/5jm6a
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#Diabetes #DiabetesCare #ImmuneSystem #DiabetesHealth #HealthyLiving Woman with a health monitoring patch, surrounded by images of viruses, healthy food, exercise, sleep, and a syringe. by @morethandiabetes_mtd

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25 days ago

💙 Did you know diabetes can affect your skin?
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From dry, itchy skin to infections and other skin conditions, knowing what changes to look out for can help you spot potential problems early.
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Learn about common diabetes-related skin conditions and when to seek medical advice 👇
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https://vist.ly/5jf4j
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#Diabetes #SkinHealth #DiabetesAwareness #DiabetesCare #HealthySkin Diabetes and Skin: Common Conditions to Watch For - More Than Diabetes by @morethandiabetes_mtd

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a month ago

💙 Diabetes can affect your kidneys, often without obvious symptoms in the early stages.
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Regular kidney checks, managing blood sugar and blood pressure, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle can all play an important role in protecting your kidney health.
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Learn more about diabetic nephropathy, testing and ways to reduce your risk 👇
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https://vist.ly/5j48b
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#Diabetes #KidneyHealth #DiabeticNephropathy #DiabetesAwareness #DiabetesCare Diabetes and Kidney Disease: Understanding Diabetic Nephropathy by @morethandiabetes_mtd

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a month ago

⚠️ Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) can develop quickly and needs urgent treatment.
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Extreme thirst, frequent urination, vomiting, fruity-smelling breath, deeper breathing, drowsiness and confusion can all be warning signs.
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Knowing the symptoms, checking ketones when advised and following your diabetes sick-day guidance could make a vital difference.
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https://vist.ly/5iuh5
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🚑 If you suspect DKA or have serious symptoms, seek urgent medical help.
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#Diabetes #DKA #DiabeticKetoacidosis #DiabetesAwareness #DiabetesCare Diabetic Ketoacidosis: Signs, Causes and Emergency Care by @morethandiabetes_mtd

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a month ago

Been declined for mortgage life insurance because of type 2 diabetes? One no does not mean every insurer will say no.
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People aged 40 to 49 with type 2 diabetes not on insulin paid an average of £13.10 a month per £100,000 at Royal London, from our analysis of over 1,000 applications.
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Scottish Widows, Royal London, Legal and General and Guardian have all accepted this group where no complications were disclosed.
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Full article on our site, link below. by @morethandiabetes_mtd

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