Shay’s Diabetes on Tour

The Edge of the World

Shay’s diabetes is an ongoing practical reality that tests his routines and allows care from others to become part of intimacy without removing his independence.

increasing

Bearing strength in each event

decreasing

A Daily Routine A Daily Routine from "The Edge of the World". Managing His Condition Familiar self-care Shay checks his blood sugar, uses insulin, and keeps his medical kit close even after a night of drinking.

A Daily Routine from "The Edge of the World". Managing His Condition Familiar self-care Shay checks his blood sugar, uses insulin, and keeps his medical kit close even after a night of drinking.

Managing His Condition Familiar self-care Shay checks his blood sugar, uses insulin, and keeps his medical kit close even after a night of drinking. His condition is part of ordinary life, not a sudden plot device. Independence and fatigue The tour complicates meals and rest, but Shay knows his own body and routines. He resists being treated as incapable, even when others worry about him.

Ollie Learns the Kit Ollie Learns the Kit from "The Edge of the World". A First Emergency A low reading Shay becomes shaky and confused after missing food and neglecting his levels.

Ollie Learns the Kit from "The Edge of the World". A First Emergency A low reading Shay becomes shaky and confused after missing food and neglecting his levels.

A First Emergency A low reading Shay becomes shaky and confused after missing food and neglecting his levels. Ollie notices, fetches the kit, and helps him get a drink and fruit. Care without control Ollie learns that helping does not mean taking over. Shay remains responsible for explaining what he needs, and their first medical encounter makes the new researcher’s concern personal.

Learning to Help Learning to Help from "The Edge of the World". Trust in a Small Procedure Corina’s preparation Corina shows Ollie how to test Shay’s blood sugar so he can assist if an episode occurs when they are alone.

Learning to Help from "The Edge of the World". Trust in a Small Procedure Corina’s preparation Corina shows Ollie how to test Shay’s blood sugar so he can assist if an episode occurs when they are alone.

Trust in a Small Procedure Corina’s preparation Corina shows Ollie how to test Shay’s blood sugar so he can assist if an episode occurs when they are alone. Ollie takes the instruction seriously rather than relying on guesswork. A different kind of closeness After a show, Ollie carefully tests Shay and helps him get Lucozade and food. Shay’s willingness to let him participate reflects growing trust, while the routine remains grounded in Shay’s own knowledge.

The Hyperglycemic Crisis The Hyperglycemic Crisis from "The Edge of the World". A Tour Emergency Symptoms escalate After the show, Shay becomes intensely thirsty, confused, and violently sick.

The Hyperglycemic Crisis from "The Edge of the World". A Tour Emergency Symptoms escalate After the show, Shay becomes intensely thirsty, confused, and violently sick.

A Tour Emergency Symptoms escalate After the show, Shay becomes intensely thirsty, confused, and violently sick. His blood sugar is dangerously high, and his usual ability to manage the situation is compromised. The band responds Ollie returns to the bus and follows Shay’s instructions while Corina and Jumbo help. Shay calculates the insulin dose, and Ollie administers it, then stays beside him until he can eat and travel safely.

Recovery at Home Recovery at Home from "The Edge of the World". Rest After the Crisis Small adjustments Shay’s levels continue to rise and fall after the journey.

Recovery at Home from "The Edge of the World". Rest After the Crisis Small adjustments Shay’s levels continue to rise and fall after the journey.

Rest After the Crisis Small adjustments Shay’s levels continue to rise and fall after the journey. He tests himself repeatedly, eats when needed, and explains that the tour has made his condition harder to manage. Care with consent Ollie helps without treating Shay as helpless. Their time together makes diabetes part of shared life, while Shay retains authority over his body and decisions.

On the first morning after the Dublin show

During their first filmed conversation on the bus

During the Glasgow shows

After the Portsmouth show during the overnight drive to London

During Shay’s first day at Ollie’s flat