Diabetes

The NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme identifies patients who are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes and refers them to a behaviour change programme.The programme currently consists of face-to-face appointments, where patients get tailored, individualised help such as lifestyle education, advice on how to lose weight healthily and sustainably, and a personalised exercise programme. All of these interventions have been shown together to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes developing.

GO Active is a county-wide initiative to support adults over the age of 16 into getting more active.Through partnerships with leisure providers, local authorities and other deliverers, the initiative makes a variety of exercise types more accessible to everyone.They offer many programmes within the initiative, including GO Active Get Healthy with Diabetes, GO Active Gold, GO Active Healthy Mind and Disability & Inclusive Activities.

Each year, more and more people are being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. This can lead to stroke, blindness, heart disease, kidney failure, limb amputation and early death. Find out how the NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme can help those at high risk of Type 2 diabetes to make lifestyle changes and reduce their risk.

Whether you're looking for diabetes information, or just someone to talk to – we are here to help you. Our incredible supporters help us to provide our helpline, local support groups, Type 1 events, online Learning Zone, and even insurance - to name just a few. From knowing your diabetes risk, to learning to live well with diabetes, we have a wide variety of support available to you.