More Than Diabetes

06/10/2026

Your retinopathy does not automatically rule out life insurance.

The Exeter typically added +150% to the basic life insurance price for our clients with Type 2 diabetes and background retinopathy.

Tell us whether you have had laser only, injections as well, or other eye surgery.

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01/10/2026

Does having an insulin pump affect your life insurance?

More Than Diabetes has specialised in protection insurance for people with diabetes for around eight years.

Your pump does not itself earn a life insurance discount or trigger an extra charge.

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No, not directly. In the life insurance applications we handle, insurers ask whether you use insulin, not whether you take it through a pump, pen or injections. The pump itself does not earn a discount or trigger an extra charge. Your HbA1c reading and the rest of your health are what affect the dec...

01/10/2026

💙 Which UK life insurers are best for someone with Type 1 diabetes?

There isn’t one insurer that’s right for everyone. Your age, HbA1c, diabetes management and any complications can all influence which insurer may offer suitable cover and at what price.

Based on more than 450 Type 1 diabetes applications, our latest guide explores the mainstream and specialist insurers we use most — and why finding the right insurer for your individual circumstances matters.

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28/09/2026

Living with Type 2 diabetes doesn’t automatically mean life insurance is out of reach. 💙

From your HbA1c and diabetes management to your age, overall health and any complications, insurers consider a range of factors when assessing an application — and options can still be available even if you’ve previously been declined.

Our latest guide explains what insurers may look for, what can affect the cost of cover, and what information it helps to have ready when applying.

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24/09/2026

Can you get life insurance if you have diabetes? Yes — having Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes doesn’t automatically prevent you from getting cover. Your diabetes type, HbA1c, overall health and any complications can all affect the options and price available.

Our latest guide explains what insurers consider, what can affect the cost, and what your options may be if you’ve previously been declined.

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24/09/2026

Living with diabetes isn’t always as simple as type 1 or type 2. MODY and LADA are less common forms of diabetes that can sometimes be mistaken for more familiar types.

Understanding the differences can help you have informed conversations about diagnosis, treatment and family risk.

Read our guide to MODY and LADA:
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23/09/2026

Living with diabetes can affect more than blood sugar — it can also weaken your immune response and make infections and wounds take longer to heal.

Discover why this happens and the practical steps you can take to support your immune system, manage infections and stay healthy.

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22/09/2026

💙 Did you know diabetes can affect your skin?

From dry, itchy skin to infections and other skin conditions, knowing what changes to look out for can help you spot potential problems early.

Learn about common diabetes-related skin conditions and when to seek medical advice 👇

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19/09/2026

💙 Diabetes can affect your kidneys, often without obvious symptoms in the early stages.

Regular kidney checks, managing blood sugar and blood pressure, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle can all play an important role in protecting your kidney health.

Learn more about diabetic nephropathy, testing and ways to reduce your risk 👇

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Also known as kidney disease, diabetic nephropathy is the medical term for damage caused to the kidneys as a result of diabetes. Kidney disease develops

17/09/2026

⚠️ Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) can develop quickly and needs urgent treatment.

Extreme thirst, frequent urination, vomiting, fruity-smelling breath, deeper breathing, drowsiness and confusion can all be warning signs.

Knowing the symptoms, checking ketones when advised and following your diabetes sick-day guidance could make a vital difference.

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🚑 If you suspect DKA or have serious symptoms, seek urgent medical help.

Diabetic ketoacidosis is a serious complication of diabetes that needs urgent treatment. It develops when your body does not have enough insulin to use