T2DAY – Type 2 Diabetes for young people.
We know that being diagnosed and living with type 2 diabetes at a young age can be overwhelming,
and considering how busy life can be, we know that it can be challenging to prioritise your diabetes
care.
However, being diagnosed with diabetes at a younger age increases the likelihood of developing
complications with your vision, movement, life expectancy and ability to have a family. With the
right treatment, support and self management, the chances of these complications can be reduced.
Having an annual diabetes review with your usual diabetes healthcare professional at your general
practice (GP) is important to help reduce your risk of developing complications associated with
younger onset diabetes.
Our Practice is offering additional reviews to people with young onset
type 2 diabetes between the ages of 18-39 years. If you have not had a review at your GP for more
than 6 months, we encourage you to take up these appointments when offered. Alternatively, if you
are concerned about your diabetes contact your GP practice to request a review.
This information pack contains helpful information to support you to live well with type 2 diabetes
and provides advice on reducing the complications associated with diabetes.
In the link below you will find :
■ Information on living with type 2 diabetes guide. This includes information on healthy living,
managing your diabetes, everyday life with diabetes and more
■ Diabetes UK Support in the North of England leaflet
■ Information about free online type 2 diabetes self-management resources: Healthy Living app for
adults and Youngtype2 app for people between 18-25 years of age. These digital resources allow you
to get information and advice at home, work or on the move, putting you in control of your health
and wellbeing.
■ Information about the West Yorkshire NHS Type 2 Diabetes Path to Remission programme
If you would like to talk to someone about managing and living well with your diabetes, then please
get in contact with our Diabetic Nurse.
We know life can be busy, but we really hope this pack helps you to find the information and
support you need to be able to live well with diabetes.
Dr G A Lees and Partners