BBC Strictly's Nikita Kuzmin opens up on dancing during 'invisible battle' with diabetes
14.11.2023 - 19:43
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Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Nikita Kuzmin has opened up to fans about his journey, struggles and symptoms living with Type 1 diabetes. To mark World Diabetes Day, the 25 year old year old, who is partnered this year with Layton Williams on the hit BBC show, spoke out to his 217k followers to support and lend some advice.
He said: "Did you know that today is World Diabetes Day? "Thanks to Dexcom, I know when I can take a break from my long dance training sessions! He added that this year for World diabetes Day, @dexcomuk are asking for the community to share the things that they would like the world to know about life with diabetes. He said: "Diabetes can sometimes feel like an invisible battle and raising awareness around both the highs and lows, as well as the key symptoms of diabetes, is essential; increased thirst, tiredness, weight loss and toilet use.
"Whilst everyone's symptoms can be different you shoulld always consult a healthcare professional if you experience these. "What would you like the world to know? Get involved by sharing a selfie with your message on your channel." Fans praised the professional dancer for his openness.
One mother said: "My daughter was diagnosed in April and when she saw your Dexcom she was s happy that you can so what you do with Type 1. Keeping showing that Dexcom and inspiring young people." Another added: "You are a true inspiration to millions." A Dexcom CGM system tracks your glucose levels continuously throughout the day and night.
Your glucose reading is sent to your smart device as frequently as every five minutes meaning those who have Type 1 diabetes can live a much easier lifestyle. Nikita who hails from Ukraine, has quickly become a favourite among fans since
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