Diabetes is a lifelong condition where your own body’s ability to produce sufficient insulin to regulate the amount of sugar in your blood is impaired. It is often associated with the body being unable to make maximum use of the insulin that is around (Insulin resistance). Having high blood sugar levels for prolonged periods is associated with problems with the eyes, kidneys, the circulation and nerve supply to the feet, and makes diabetics more susceptible to heart attacks and strokes.

Diabetes can run in families and is much more common in people who are overweight. If you would like to be checked for diabetes make an appointment with the nurses and bring a sample of urine to your appointment.

What happens at the Clinic?

The Diabetic clinic at the surgery is run by Sister Diane Shipp. If you are diabetic, you will be sent a reminder to have a twice yearly check up; you will be able to book an appointment at your convenience.

For further information please visit the Diabetes UK website.