There are two main types of diabetes - type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes. You can also watch the Diabetes UK two minute guide. Type 2 diabetes is far more common than type 1. In the UK, around 90% of all adults with diabetes have type 2.
Help for people with diabetes
Diabetes is a condition which causes a persons blood glucose (sugar) level to become too high.
Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes
Pre-diabetes
Many people have blood sugar levels above the normal range, but not high enough to be diagnosed as having diabetes. This is known as pre-diabetes. People with pre-diabetes are at greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes, but the risk can be reduced through making lifestyle changes. Our healthy eating page provides more information on lifestyle changes which can be made.
Type 2 Diabetes
Eating healthy food, being as active as you can and keeping to a healthy weight are key in or part of the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Find out if you or your service user is a healthy weight.
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When to refer?
The individual you support may already be attending the specialist Diabetes Dietitian. If they are not known to the Specialist Diabetes Dietitians then a referral can be made to the Learning Disability Dietitians. Referrals that will be considered include:
Further information on making a referral.
- All newly diagnosed diabetics
- Poorly controlled Type 1 Diabetes
- Poorly controlled Type 2 Diabetes
- Issues with hypo/hyperglycaemia
Further information on making a referral.