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Gareth - Interview 24
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As a paramedic Gareth was well aware of diabetes symptoms but never made the connection for himself.
Gareth was diagnosed 11 years ago. At first he was prescribed tablets, but is now taking insulin which he prefers.
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Wasim - Interview 22
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Wasim realised how serious diabetes was when he was still in hospital and felt too weak to lift his young son.
Diagnosed a year ago after emergency admission to hospital. Wasim is on insulin (NovoRapid during the day and Lantus at night).
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