Type 2 Diabetes prevention week

News - 16 May 2023

Finding out your risk of type 2 diabetes only takes a few minutes, but it could be the most important thing you do today....
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Right now, millions of people across the UK are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Diabetes is serious and every diagnosis is life changing. It’s a relentless condition, and the fear of serious complications is a lifelong reality for millions of people in the UK.

But it doesn’t have to be this way. With the right care and support many cases of type 2 diabetes can be prevented or put into remission.

Diabetes UK’s free, online Know Your Risk tool, supports people to understand their risk of developing type 2 diabetes. It takes just a few minutes to complete, advises you on your risk and some next steps that can help reduce this.

Anyone at high risk of type 2 diabetes, or with a history of gestational diabetes, can ask their GP to refer them for a free place on the local Healthier You: NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme. Those referred to the programme receive tailored, personalised support to reduce their risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Find out more at Understand your risk | Preventing type 2 diabetes | Diabetes UK

Diabetes UK Helpline

Helpline: 0345 123 2399 

Email: helpline@diabetes.org.uk

Open: Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm. 

It is a dedicated diabetes helpline for all people with diabetes, their family or friends, and people who are worried they might be at risk.

Call the confidential helpline to talk to  trained advisors with counselling skills and an extensive knowledge of diabetes.

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