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Festive summer vibes
UK festivals Top Tips from Abbott ambassador
Vanessa Haydock, who has T1D.
With festival season in
full swing, millions
of us are soaking up
the energy of this
summer's most unforgettable events.
And for the 4 in 10 adults1 navigating
chronic health conditions like Type
2 diabetes, ME or Crohn's-often
invisible, yet always present-this
time of year doesn't just bring
excitement, but also the challenge of
managing health on the go.
As the number of people living
with diabetes in the UK climbs
beyond 5.8m2, Abbott's latest data
highlights a significant shift: over
200,000 more people with diabetes
now rely on insulin than just three
years ago3. It's a reminder of how
many are juggling vital health needs
while embracing full social lives.
But here's the truth-festival
season belongs to everyone. With a
bit of smart planning and support,
people living with chronic conditions
can show up, feel confident, and
make lasting memories in 2025.
Diabetic Health Coach and
Abbott FreeStyle Libre Ambassador
Vanessa Haydock provides health
and fitness advice for people living
with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and
offers practical advice to help people
with diabetes enjoy festival season
to the max, based on her personal
experience of living with diabetes
and attending festivals: