Diabetes

Introduction

The aim of the group is to better understand the role of physical activity and lifestyle modification, inc. dietary manipulation, on the prevention and management of Diabetes and its complications. A greater understanding of the mechanisms which underpin improvement in the diabetic condition will inform health care policy increasing patient quality of life and reducing social and economic burden.

On-going projects

• The Effect of Vitamin D and Physical Activity on Glucose Control
• The Role of Vitamin D and Physical Activity in Type 2 Diabetes 
• Bone Health and Body Fat Distribution in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
• The Effects of Diabetes on Bone Health

Group members

• Dr Rhys Thatcher
• Dr Jo Wallace

PhD students

• Ffion Curtis
• Fergus Guppy

Collaborators

• Dr Meurig Williams, Hywel Dda Health Board
• Dr Sam Rice, Hywel Dda Health Board
• Dr Christine Kotoyna, Hywel Dda Health Board
• Dr Glen Davison, University of Kent

Methods

• Body Composition
• Immunology and Biochemistry

Funding

• European Social Fund through the Knowledge Economy Skills Scholarships (KESS)
• Hywel Dda Health Board through a Research & Development Research Grant