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Type 2 Diabetes Prevention

Diabetes UK has found that 13.6 million people in the UK are at risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is serious, but the good news is that you can prevent or delay developing it. If you maintain a healthy weight and are more active, the risk of developing diabetes is significantly reduced.

Who's at Risk?

There are lots of reasons you could be more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes. The main risk factors include being:

  • Overweight or obese

  • Not physically active and spend long periods of time sitting

  • A smoker or drink too much alcohol

  • Over 40 and white, or over 25 and African-Caribbean, Black-African, Chinese or South Asian

  • Have family members with a history of diabetes, heart attack or stroke

  • Have high blood pressure or have had high blood pressure in the past

Healthier You: NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme

The free NHS Healthier You Programme is a behaviour change programme that supports people to make small changes to their daily lives to help them feel great and reduce their risk of diabetes.

What You'll Learn

People on the programme learn about:

  • What is a healthy diet

  • Ways to add physical activity into everyday life

  • How to remove barriers that get in the way of making healthy changes

  • Life-changing skills and knowledge for long-term success

  • Skills to stay motivated

How to Participate

You can join the programme in:

  • Face-to-face groups

  • Digital app format

  • Tailored remote groups for people with visual and hearing impairments

  • Specific cultural and language tailored service for people from Bangladeshi or Pakistani backgrounds

To find out more information about the Greater Manchester Healthier You programme, please visit Reed Wellbeing's website.

How Do I Find Out if I'm at Risk and Join Healthier You?

If you're concerned that you may be at risk, it's essential to find out as early as possible.

Step 1: Contact Your GP Practice

Please contact your GP practice and your receptionist will let you know the best way to find out if you are at risk and refer you to the programme.

Step 2: NHS Health Check

Alternatively, you can sign up to receive your free NHS Health Check. Find further information about NHS Health Checks here.