A MOVE that could stop some diabetes patients from being prescribed blood sugar testing kits has come under fire from campaigners.
NHS England is currently consulting on whether to allow clinical commissioning groups to restrict the prescription of blood sugar testing strips for Type 2 diabetes patients. Under the proposals, pricier insulin pen needles could also be blocked.
Phaedra Perry, Diabetes UK's south west regional director, said: "We worry that these proposals will undermine people’s ability and confidence to do this, and are also concerned that the cheaper needles proposed by NHS England might not be as effective.
“Everyone’s diabetes and diabetes management is different, and it’s vital that the outcome of NHS England’s consultation takes into account people’s preferences and ease of use, not just cost.”
The consultation closes on February 28.
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