- The Directorate of Public Health have partnered with Oviva to provide a 9-month Diabetes Prevention Programme (DPP) for people with Prediabetes or a history of Gestational Diabetes (GDM).
- Oviva specialise in delivering remote weight management interventions.
- This is a key part of a broader programme focussed on the prevention, early detection and early intervention of Type 2 diabetes.
Diabetes Prevention (Type 2)
Who we are
Who to Refer
- People with Prediabetes (HbA1c 42-47.9 mmol/mol) or a history of GDM
- Suggested age range: 18-70 years
- People who are motivated to lose weight, prevent Type 2 diabetes and able to participate in a programme delivered via a Smartphone app and telephone.
Who not to Refer
- The following conditions are unsuitable for the Oviva DPP:
- Severe and untreated mental health conditions
- Currently experiencing bulimia nervosa
- Drug and/or alcohol dependence that would impair their ability to adhere to the programme
- Severe, unsupported learning disabilities or learning difficulties that would impair their ability to adhere to the programme
- Pregnant or planning pregnancy in the near future
- Clinicians should consider whether people aged over 70 would benefit, as age of onset is inversely related to disease progression, complications and survival.
How to Refer
- People can self refer to the Oviva DPP using this link
- People with Prediabetes must provide their most recent HbA1c (and date of test) during the self-referral process. People with a history of GDM do not need to provide an up to date HbA1c, though annual monitoring of HbA1c is recommended.
- Healthcare Professionals can make referrals via SCI-Gateway to the Tayside Adult Weight Management Service, who will provide the self referral details. The referral should request the Oviva DPP and include the individuals most recent HbA1c (if pre-diabetes), weight, height, BMI and any relevant medical history.
- More details and patient information can be found here: Oviva Diabetes Prevention Pathway
Alternatives to Referral
- Individuals who would like more information on how to reduce their risk of developing Type 2 diabetes may find the following resources useful:
- NHS Scotland’s ‘My Diabetes My Way’ website.
- Diabetes UK website/preventing-type-2-diabetes.
- NB. At the point of diagnosis, people newly diagnosed with Prediabetes are written to by the Directorate of Public Health, offering them the opportunity to self-refer to an alternative DPP (through Second Nature).
Useful Resources
- For patients, an information leaflet is available on Staffnet: Prevention of type 2 diabetes with the Oviva programme
- For healthcare professionals, a step-by-step guide on initiating brief conversations about weight management with adults can be accessed here: Let’s Talk About Weight.
Programme Contact
Dr George Thom, Programme Manager for Prevention, Early Detection and Early Intervention of Type 2 Diabetes, george.thom2@nhs.scot