Diabetes UK medals presented in Ceredigion

26 October 2022

Three ladies from Ceredigion, who have Type 1 Diabetes, were recently presented with medals on behalf of Diabetes UK. 

To recognise the courage and perseverance of living with diabetes, Diabetes UK award medals to people who have lived with the condition for over 50, 60, 70 or 80 years.

Cerys Dodwell from Tywyn has been living with Type 1 Diabetes for over 60 years and was presented with the Robert Lawrence Medal. 

Carole Carroll, from Llwyngwril, was presented with the Alan Nabarro medal in recognition of living with Diabetes for over 50 years.

Shan Wyn Jones from Lampeter has been presented with the Alan Nabarro medal in recognition of living with Diabetes for over 50 years. 

All require insulin therapy on a daily basis, and have seen many changes in the management and support of diabetes over the years. Cerys, Carole and Shan expressed their gratitude to their Diabetes Team who have helped them over the years. 

Lona Phillips – Diabetes Specialist Nurse commented “we are very proud of their achievement, and they are testimony to the fact that individuals can continue to live and maintain an active and healthy life with Type 1 Diabetes”.

To receive this medal, a healthcare professional needs to advise the team at Diabetes UK of the patients Diabetes status along with other personal information. For more information, email helpline@diabetes.org.uk or call Supporter Care on 0345 123 2399.