The Diabetes Gadget Show evening at Popley Fields Community Centre was a huge success, with a big attendance for the ever-popular speaker's presentations ("Update on Research and Technology" by Dr.Hind, the Q&A session with the Diabetes team and "Teenagers and Transition" by Dr.Preismann / Dr.Williams).
Reps for the pump and meter companies provided valuable information on the latest diabetes technology. Thank you to all of those who make this event possible on the night and to those companies who donated raffle prizes; Jump Factory, Basingstoke Golf Centre, Basingstoke Gym Club, Premier Sport, Tesco, Hid In.

A fun afternoon using Basingstoke's newest trampolining facilities (opened March 2016) where we will have sole use of the venue. A great opportunity for kids to burn off energy and for parents to meet other parents.

There will be complimentary squash for the children, and a small cafe should parents wish to purchase food/drink.
This is open to all children from 5 years old and siblings are welcome too. £8 per child.

Jump Factory, Unit B Rutherford Road, Daneshill Industrial Estate, RG24 8PD
http://www.jumpfactory.co.uk/

GP Vets are excited to join BYDG's growing team of supporters and have made BYDG their Charity of the Year.

Karol Wall of GP Vets writes "Here at GP Vets, our team is passionate about supporting the local community. After all, most of our clients are local!

This year, we have decided to support Basingstoke Young Diabetics Group.

The Group exists to promote confidence in dealing with the needs of a young Type 1 diabetic person, encouraging and developing their independence and assisting them in looking after their condition as they move to adulthood.

A number of our staff are living with either Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes and are keen to ensure that young people fully understand how to live life to the full despite being diagnosed with a chronic illness.  We are living proof that you can!

A number of our clients can also relate to Type 1 diabetes as they too provide insulin supplements to their pets.  Those diagnosed with diabetes can go on to lead a great life if their insulin dosage is managed well, much the same as their human counterparts.

We are very proud to be associated with this wonderful charity, and would welcome any support you can give, whether through donations or through helping out at charity events."