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Diabetes Services

There are a number of services that can help you when it comes to looking after yourself if you have diabetes.

Routine care

The majority of people with diabetes are looked after by the Practice diabetes team.

We like to see all people with diabetes twice a year.

You will receive an invite for a 6 monthly Blood Test and a review with the Doctor or Nurse.  

There are times when you will need to be seen more often than twice a year, for example after you are first diagnosed or if problems are detected during one of the routine reviews. We arrange these additional reviews as needed and may be a nurse or one of the Doctors.

Specialist care

If there is a particular problem identified with your diabetes care that we cannot help you within the practice, then we will refer you to a specialist service.

Type 2 Diabetes – Know your Risk

Finding out your risk of Type 2 diabetes only takes a few minutes. It could be the most important thing you do today.

Before you start, grab a tape measure and scales…