Diabetes Technology

People living with diabetes have a range of state-of-the-art technologies and software available to help manage your diabetes. They include simple blood glucose meters, continuous glucose meters and insulin pumps. They are designed to help alleviate the burden of living with diabetes.

We have a technology team consisting of doctors, nurses and dietitians, who aim to provide you with the best clinical and technical support.

Your team will discuss which technology will be best for your needs. They will also advise what steps you need to take to qualify for being provided with them.

Hybrid closed loop technology

You may have heard about the introduction of Hybrid closed loop technology for patients with Type 1 diabetes. You can find out more about the criteria and implementation of this service by clicking on the links below.

Read about the NHS England 5 year implementation strategy for Hybrid closed loop technology
Read the full NICE guideline on Hybrid closed loop systems for managing blood glucose levels in type 1 diabetes

Exceptional demand at Bedford Hospital

Due to exceptional demand, Bedford Hospital is currently restricting visitation to one individual at a time. We ask that you wear a mask when visiting, masks are available in all ward areas

Patients with appointments at the hospital should continue to attend, unless told otherwise, and please only attend A&E if urgent and emergency care is required.