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National Diabetes Awareness Month: Spotlight on DigiBete in Scotland

  • Nov 14
  • 2 min read

This month marks National Diabetes Awareness Month, a timely opportunity to spotlight the digital health innovations being accelerated within the Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI).


DigiBete Tech on the app mock-up

Today, we’re shining a light on DigiBete, a growing national success story that’s transforming how people manage diabetes through accessible, empowering digital tools


DigiBete in Scotland


Scotland leading the way in transforming diabetes care for children, young people, and families and at the heart of this transformation is DigiBete, a digital platform that has become a cornerstone of support, education, and empowerment.


A Digital Revolution in Diabetes Education


DigiBete, a clinically approved digital platform, has made remarkable progress in Scotland by providing accessible, multilingual resources, including over 400 videos, games, and tools to help families manage Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. With over 3000 patients and families supported across Scotland, and nearly 200 healthcare professionals engaged, DigiBete is fast become an essential part of the diabetes care ecosystem .


The Power of "Once for Scotland"


Scotland’s "Once for Scotland" approach - where national collaboration replaces fragmented regional efforts has been instrumental in ensuring consistent, high-quality care across the country. By adopting a unified strategy, Scotland has been able to scale DigiBete’s impact efficiently, ensuring that no child or young person is left behind due to variational disparities.


This approach has also enabled seamless adoption of DigiBete into NHS services, allowing clinicians to recommend trusted resources and families to access support 24/7, even outside of clinic hours.


A Clinically Led Movement


Whilst DHI has led this work, none of this would have been possible without the unwavering commitment of Scotland’s Diabetes clinical community. From paediatric diabetes teams to national networks, healthcare professionals have championed DigiBete as a vital tool in improving outcomes. Their dedication to innovation, equity, and patient-centred care has driven the platform’s scale up success.


The collaboration between DHI, Scottish Government, DigiBete and clinicians has also led to the development of new tools, such as the Coping with Diabetes Early Intervention Tool and the Diabetes in Schools Programme - initiatives that are already making a measurable difference in the lives of young people


Looking Ahead


As DigiBete continues to evolve - expanding its AI-powered tools, enhancing peer support features, and growing its international reach, Scotland remains a shining example of what can be achieved when digital innovation meets clinical excellence and national unity.


The journey is far from over, but the message is clear: when we work together, we can change lives


DigiBete is funded by Scottish Government




DigiBete Website: https://www.digibete.org/

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