Preventing Type 2 Diabetes – Small Changes, Big Impact

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🗓 Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Week
📅 28th May – 1st June 2025
📍 Uplands Medical Practice, Bury

This week marks Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Week, a nationwide initiative aimed at raising awareness of how to reduce your risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes — a serious health condition that’s largely preventable.

At Uplands Medical Practice, we’re proud to support this campaign and help our patients make informed lifestyle choices that can make a real difference to long-term health.

What is Type 2 Diabetes?

Type 2 Diabetes occurs when the body becomes resistant to insulin or doesn’t produce enough. If left unmanaged, it can lead to serious complications including heart disease, vision loss, and nerve damage.

The good news? It’s preventable for many people.

Are You at Risk?

You may be at higher risk if you:

  • Are aged 40 or over (25+ if you’re from a South Asian background)
  • Have a family history of diabetes
  • Are overweight or inactive
  • Have high blood pressure

✅ You can check your risk level in just a few minutes using the NHS Diabetes Risk Tool:
🔗 https://riskscore.diabetes.org.uk

How You Can Take Action

Prevention doesn’t have to mean big changes all at once.
Here are some small, realistic steps to reduce your risk:

  • Move more – aim for 30 minutes of activity five days a week
  • Make healthy food swaps – try wholegrains, vegetables and lean proteins
  • Lose just 5% of your body weight if overweight – it can cut your risk significantly
  • Cut back on sugary drinks and processed foods

Support at Uplands Medical Practice

If you’re concerned about your risk or have been told you’re prediabetic, we’re here to help.

Our team can support you with:

  • Blood sugar monitoring and health checks
  • Referrals to the NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme
  • Advice on diet, exercise and weight management
  • Ongoing support to stay on track

📞 Call us on 0161 766 8221 or speak to our reception team to book an appointment with a nurse or healthcare assistant.

Join the Conversation

This week is the perfect opportunity to start making small, sustainable changes for better health. Share your goals, ask questions or book a check-up — we’re here to support you every step of the way.

🧡 Let’s take action together during Diabetes Prevention Week 2025.