It is estimated 20% of Shetland’s population are at increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes in the next 10 years.
Diabetes – Scottish Diabetes Survey 2019.docx (diabetesinscotland.org.uk)
Being diagnosed with “pre-diabetes” or finding out you’re at a high risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes can feel daunting and you may be left with questions or feeling uncertain what to do next.
If you need help, you are in the right place. Here at Healthy Shetland, we have friendly practitioners who are trained in Diabetes prevention and can provide advice about your risk and help work with you to find ways to reduce it.
At-risk-of-Type-2-diabetes-leaflet-1How to sign up
Please complete our Referral Form and one of our practitioners will be in touch with you.
For further self-help support visit:
- Diabetes UK
- NHS Inform: 12-week Weight Loss Programme
- My Diabetes My Way: Online Learning Course
- British Heart Foundation – Diabetes
Pre-diabetes Brief Intervention – for patients
Our practitioners are trained in supporting individuals who are at risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes to reduce their risk. We can offer short sessions that seek to motivate and support people to plan changes in their lifestyle to reduce their risk. The intervention will typically last for a period of 8-12 weeks, however these sessions can be flexible depending on the needs of the individual.
Please complete our Referral Form and one of our practitioners will be in touch with you.