A MONTHLY diabetes drop-in clinic has launched in Eldene.

The NHS service will be at Eldene Health Centre every month and is open to people across Swindon.

Diabetes patients will not need to make an appointment. They will be able to speak to therapists about all aspects of the condition.

Louise Golding, advance diabetes dietician, said: “So far, there’s been one drop-in clinic and the response to that first session was really positive.

“Patients came armed with questions and queries and it was fantastic for us to be able to give them the information they were looking for straight away and on a one-to-one basis.

“Living with diabetes is far from straight-forward and many people – even those who have had the condition for several years – will often find something new that they are unsure of, or something they need clarity on, and that’s where this new service comes in.

“We can answer questions on everything from diet and exercise to toenail care and insulin pumps so, if there’s anyone reading this who’s been scratching their head over something to do with their diabetes, we’d love to hear from them.”

The next drop-in clinic will take place on Tuesday, June 26, between 10am and 12pm.

For more information on local support for diabetes, visit www.swindondiabetes.co.uk.