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IDF Europe is the European chapter of the International Diabetes Federation (IDF).

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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 22h
💙Over the weekend, we brought together people living with #T2D from across Europe for our annual T2GETHER Summit in Brussels. Through interactive sessions, we explored active listening, communicating with different stakeholders & translating lived experiences into advocacy.
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
📬 Check your emails! Our September #newsletter is out! 📑 Read our editorial on #EUScreeningWeek 📣 Learn about our our #EASD Symposium on diabetes education 📰 Stay informed with health-related #news 🔬 Discover updates from our #researchprojects ➡ createsend.com/t/t-2DA89DF2...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
🙌Last week, at #EASD2026, we brought together PwD, HCPs & other experts to discuss the future of diabetes education in the #AI era. From digital tools to personalised support, the event sparked interesting reflections on how diabetes education can evolve to better support PwD.
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
💙 What a week for our #KnowYourNumbers Mobile Unit at #EASD2026! 📍 300 health checks delivered to congress attendees and the public, supporting the launch of the first-ever #EUScreeningWeek. Making prevention more accessible and helping people understand their health numbers.
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
🙌 1 hour to go! See you at 10:30 at Oslo Hall for our EASD symposium on diabetes education in the AI era.   #EASD2026
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
🩺 IDF Europe's Know Your Numbers Mobile Mobile Unit in action at EASD 2026 Milan! 👉 As part of the first #EUScreeningWeek, we’re bringing integrated health checks to #EASD2026. 📍 Visit us at Allianz MiCo until October 1! ❤️ #KnowYourNumbers
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
❤️ On #WorldHeartDay, we welcomed Commissioner OliverVarhelyi to our Know Your Numbers Mobile Unit at #EASD2026 following the European Commission’s publication of its Proposal for a Council Recommendation on cardiovascular health checks.
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
🙌 Attending #EASD2026? 👉 Drop by our booth in the Community Plaza, get a health check at our Mobile Unit and don't miss our symposium on Thursday at 10:30 in the Oslo Hall! #ScreeningWeek #KnowYourNumbers
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
🌍 EU Screening Week starts today! IDF Europe is bringing free health checks to Milan and Brussels helping people identify potential health risks earlier. 🩺 Know your numbers. Know your risk. Take action early
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
📍Are you attending #EASD2026 in Milan? Come find us and join our activities throughout the Congress ✅Join our symposium: What is the future of diabetes education in the AI era? ✅Visit our Know Your Numbers Mobile Unit ✅ Come and meet us at the Community Plaza
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
🎙New podcast episode! Rita Forde & Maartje Roskams discuss how technology is changing what PwD need to learn, the role of educators and the importance of keeping innovation person-centred. 🎧Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/5FZZ... Air Liquide Healthcare is a partner of this episode 1/2
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
🧠 On #WorldAlzheimersDay, we highlight the links between diabetes, brain health and cognitive decline. 💙 Protecting brain health is essential for quality of life for #PwD.
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
🙌At our #EASD2026 symposium, Dr Emma Wilmot will join a panel discussion to explore how diabetes #technologies are transforming education and self-management, and why ensuring equitable access to these innovations is essential for people living with diabetes. ➡️ idf.org/europe/congr...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
🙌 On #WorldPatientSafetyDay, we highlight safe, quality care for #PwD. 👉 From preventing hypoglycaemia to early detection of #T1D and reducing DKA risk, the safety of PwD matters throughout the whole life course. #SafeCareForLife
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
🙌At our #EASD2026 symposium, T2D Advocate, Erik Werson will highlight why access to diabetes education is key to empowering people living with all types of diabetes with the knowledge, skills & confidence to effectively manage their condition. ➡️ idf.org/europe/congr...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
🙌 On #WorldSepsisDay, we highlight the link between diabetes and sepsis. 👉#PwD are twice as likley to develop sepsis. Early recognition, infection prevention and timely treatment can save lives. 🎥 Learn more in our video. #Diabetes #Sepsis
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
🌏 The global diabetes community is heading to Singapore! Join the IDF World Diabetes Congress from April 9 to 12, 2027 for science, exchange and collaboration. 🎥 Take a look at the video and discover what awaits at #IDF2027. ➡️ Find out more and register: idf2027.org
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
🙌At our #EASD2026 symposium, Prof. Gauden Galea will join a panel discussion to bring insights on how diabetes education and digital innovation can contribute to stronger, more integrated approaches to the prevention and management of #NCDs. idf.org/europe/congr...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
🏊‍♀️ 3.5 km across the Strait of Messina to challenge diabetes stigma. 💙 #PwD, healthcare professionals and athletes came together to show that diabetes should never define what people can achieve. ➡️ idf.org/europe/membe...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
📣 Final call! The T2GETHER Summit 2026 deadline has been extended to Sept 18! 🗣️ Do you live with #T2D and want to strengthen your advocacy skills? 📍 Brussels | Oct 9–11 ✨ Free registration + travel & accommodation covered by IDF Europe. ➡️ Apply: media.idf.org/media/upload...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
🙌 At our #EASD2026 symposium, Dr Rita Forde will join a panel discussion to bring insights into the key role nurses play in diabetes education, empowering people with diabetes to build the knowledge, skills & confidence for effective self-management. ➡️ idf.org/europe/congr...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
🙌 At our #EASD2026 symposium, Dr Katarina Braune will join a panel discussion on why lived experience matters when designing & adopting digital health solutions, helping ensure they are person-centred, equitable and grounded in real-world needs. ➡️ idf.org/europe/congr...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
🔎 EU Screening Week: from Sept 29, Europe focuses on prevention, early detection & health literacy. 🌍 IDFE will bring Know Your Numbers to EASD 2026 in Milan and join the European Commission–ESC screening event in Brussels. More details soon!
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
💊 For people living with #NCDs, access means more than medicines: it means quality care and safe, effective technologies and devices. 🌍 As #GlobalWeekForActionOnNCDs closes, let’s keep pushing for Universal Health Coverage. ➡️ actonncds.org
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
🌍 Nordic Forum 2026 brought diabetes representatives together in Oslo to exchange best practices and strengthen collaboration. IDF Europe contributed with insights on diabetes policy, youth engagement and CGM quality, safety and regulation. ➡️ www.diabetes.no/mer/for-till...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
📣 Join us in Brussels on October 13 for the MOVEUP Final Dissemination Event! 💙 Discover MOVEUP’s results and experiences! 📍 NH Berlaymont, Brussels | 🕑 14:00–17:00 ➡️ Register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... ➡️ moveupproject.eu
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
📬 Check your emails! Our Summer #newsletter is out! 📑 Read our editorial on #livedexperience 🙌 Save the date for our #EASD Symposium on diabetes education 📣 Learn about our #advocacy training activities 📰 Stay informed with health-related #news ➡️ createsend.com/t/t-ECCAD71E...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
🙌At our #EASD2026 symposium, Prof. Per-Ola Carlsson will present insights on how AI-driven digital health is transforming diabetes self-management, supporting both HCPs & people living with #diabetes through more personalised care. ➡️Read more: idf.org/europe/congr...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
🌍 The Global Week for Action on #NCDs is here! 📅 Aug 31-Sep 4, everyone has a role to play in turning commitments into action. 🩸 For #diabetes, this means better prevention, care, access and support. ➡️ actonncds.org #ActOnNCDs
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
🙌At our #EASD2026 symposium, Prof. Michael Trenell will present insights on the role of digital health platforms in #T2D #education and self-management support, and how to scale their adoption within healthcare systems. ➡️Discover the programme: idf.org/europe/congr...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
📄The Youth Leadership Lab (YLL) 2026 Report is out! 🌍20 participants from 20 countries. 8 mentors. 4 advocacy projects. 20+ sessions and activities. 50+ people contributing their expertise, energy and passion. ➡️https://idf.org/europe/what-we-do/youth-activities/ylc-yll/
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
📣 Applications are open for the #T2GETHER Summit 2026! 🗣️ Live with #T2D? Join a European community, build advocacy skills & share your voice. 📍 Brussels | Oct 9-11 💙 Travel & accommodation covered ⏰ Apply by Sept 7 ➡️ Apply now: idf.org/europe/our-n...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
🌍 On #WorldHumanitarianDay, we thank the volunteers & humanitarian workers supporting communities in crisis. 📊 In 2026, 239 million people are expected to need humanitarian assistance. 🩺 For #PwD, access to essential care can be severely disrupted.
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
🙌 At our #EASD2026 symposium, Martina Boccardo will present insights from our research on #diabetes #education across Europe. 📚 Alongside medicines & technologies, quality education is key to build knowledge, skills and confidence for self-management. ➡️ Programme: idf.org/europe/congr...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
🌍 Different contexts. Common aspirations. This #InternationalYouthDay, we celebrate young diabetes advocates shaping a better future. The #YLL2026 brought together young people from across Europe to turn shared aspirations into action. 📖 Read the report: media.idf.org/.../2026/08/...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
💡Our EASD Symposium will be opened by Prof. Tadej Battelino & moderated by Uroš Bogdanović. Together, they will set the stage for insightful discussions on the future of #diabetes education in the AI era, bringing together people living with #T1D & #T2D HCPs & health policy experts.
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
🏃Creating inclusive sports events starts with removing barriers. 👉The new infographic from the MOVEUP project provides practical recommendations to create safe, accessible & adaptable physical activity opportunities for people living with chronic health conditions. ➡️ media.idf.org/media/upload...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
🙌 What to expect from our #EASD2026 Symposium? People living with #diabetes, HCPs, educators & policy experts will discuss: 🔹 Gaps & opportunities in diabetes education 🔹 Digital health & self-management 🔹 AI-powered education & care 🔹 Person-centred diabetes education ➡️ idf.org/europe/congr...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
🩺 This #WorldHepatitisDay, we raise awareness of the link between hepatitis and #T2D. People living with Hepatitis B and C have an increased risk of developing diabetes. Prevention, vaccination, early diagnosis and diabetes screening are key to improving health outcomes.
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
🤔What is the future of #diabetes #education in the #AI era? At our #EASD2026 Symposium, we will explore this topic through presentations and discussions bringing together people living with #T1D & #T2D, HCPs, diabetes educators and health policy experts. idf.org/europe/congr...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
🧠Yesterday was #WorldBrainDay! #PwD are at increased risk of cognitive impairment. New findings from the Horizon 2020-funded RECOGNISED project suggest retinal assessments in people living with T2D could support earlier identification. ➡️Read more: idf.org/europe/news/...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
🌍 Every child should have equal access to clinical research. @ema.europa.eu ' EnprEMA has launched a public consultation on draft recommendations to prevent language exclusion in cross-border paediatric clinical trials. 🗓️ Submit feedback by Aug 31. ➡️ www.ema.europa.eu/en/partners-...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
💡 The European Commission and European Medicines Agency are hosting a multi-stakeholder workshop on Regulatory Sandboxes on Sept 21 in Amsterdam. 🗓️ Nominations close Aug 17, with live streaming available. ➡️ www.ema.europa.eu/en/events/jo...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
🌟 The 15th IDF Europe YLL brought together 20 young PwD from 19 countries in Évora, Portugal! 🤝 A youth-led week of learning, connection and action, where participants strengthened their leadership skills and developed ideas to drive change in the diabetes community.
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
⚽️ The 8th Insulin on Board Cup brought together 222 players from 25 teams in Warsaw, celebrating sport, inclusion and community for people living with diabetes. 👉 For the 3rd year, IDF Europe provided honorary patronage to this inspiring initiative. ➡️ idf.org/europe/news/...
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
🚀 The IDF Europe Youth Leadership Lab 2026 has begun! 🌍 We welcomed 20 young leaders from 19 countries & eight mentors in Évora, Portugal, for a week of learning, collaboration and advocacy.
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
📢On June 23, IDF Europe’s Sabine Dupont joined the 7th HTA Stakeholder Network meeting with EU Commission Member States & stakeholders to discuss the first Joint Clinical Assessment under EU HTA, early implementation lessons and stronger lived experience and carer engagement.
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
📢On July 1–2, former IDF Europe President João Valente Nabais joined @ema.europa.eu eu workshop on cardiovascular innovation, highlighting links between diabetes, CVD, kidney & liver disease, the need for holistic, equitable care and the growing role of data & AI.
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
📬Our June #newsletter is out! 📑Read our editorial on #humanitarian crises 📣Learn about our #advocacy training activities 📰Stay informed with health-related #news 🔬Discover updates from our #research projects ➡https://createsend.com/t/t-AB0F998FCC58EC5F2540EF23F30FEDED
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IDF Europe @idfe.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
💙 Empowering #PwD through education. @FEDE_Diabetes' "Educational Diabetes Agent" programme has trained 1,500+ PwD & carers as peer educators and advocates. 👏 A new advanced course, "Educational Agent+", is coming soon! ️➡️Read the full article here: idf.org/europe/membe...
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