Type 2 Diabetes Prevention
Living with, or at risk of developing, Type 2 Diabetes:
With so much information, and unfortunately some misinformation, out there it can be really difficult knowing what to believe and where to start. We have been working hard over the last four years to expand and develop our Type 2 Diabetes Prevention and Management Services across Argyll and Bute HSCP. We are here to help. Please see below some links to websites which may be helpful and information about the services we offer.
Am I at risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes?
Calculate your risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes at: https://riskscore.diabetes.org.uk/start (or click on the logo)
Diabetes Prevention Education and Management:
The Diabetes UK website has lots of information to help with understanding, preventing and managing diabetes. There is a recipe database packed with delicious recipes, a helpline if you wish to talk to someone about your diabetes, educational materials, leaflets and much, much more! Access via: https://www.diabetes.org.uk/
MyDiabetes MyWay is an NHS Scotland website to help support people living with diabetes and their family and friends. This website can be used to access your health results and there are lots of educational materials to help with understanding and managing your diabetes. Access via: https://www.mydiabetesmyway.scot.nhs.uk
Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Weight Management:
NHS Inform have a free online 12 Week Weight Management Programme which can be accessed here.
The British Dietetic Association Food Facts website has food fact sheets on a range of health and nutrition topics from Diabetes and Poly Cystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) to Healthy Eating and Carbohydrates. Access via:
https://www.bda.uk.com/food-health/food-facts.html
Argyll and Bute HSCP Dietetic Services
We have a range of options available to support those living with, or at risk of developing, Type 2 Diabetes available in Argyll and Bute. If you would like to find out more information about our services and how they may be able to help you, you can self-refer by emailing nhsh.dietitiansdirect@nhs.scot or leaving a message on our self-referral line 01631 789 041. One of our friendly dietitians or Advanced Nurse in Diabetes will then contact you to discuss your needs and our available options.
Other helpful links:
The British heart Foundation: https://www.bhf.org.uk/
The Vegan Society: https://www.vegansociety.com/
BEAT Eating Disorders: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/