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World Diabetes Day spreads awareness

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·15 November 2016

On 14 November, events around the world took place in order to raise awareness of diabetes. World Diabetes Day is a global initiative launched by the International Diabetes Federation to support and help those who have the condition.

An estimated 183,000 people in Wales suffer from diabetes as well as a further 59,000 who are thought to still be undiagnosed.

Dai Williams, Diabetes UK Cymru’s Director said: “We are focused on setting the record straight and focusing on the realities of living with the condition. There is still a lack of understanding when it comes to people being aware of the seriousness of diabetes and this worries us at Diabetes UK Cymru.”

This seriousness is exemplified through the mortality rate; 3,750 people are killed every year in Wales as a result of having the condition. This is a staggering 1,200 more than Diabetes UK expected.

These cases cost NHS Wales £500 million, which is 10% of its annual budget. The large majority of these cases concern those who suffer from type two diabetes. Risk factors that aid the development include: family history, age, background and a person being over weight.

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It is all about balance

Diabetes is also a concerning factor for pregnant women.

Ellen Chapman, 28, mother of two, knew there was a risk factor associated with her most recent pregnancy but as her condition was borderline she knew how to manage and maintain the condition.

Health Challenge Wales is a national initiative which offers network advice, help for early detection and other nuggets of wisdom that enable readers to combat type two diabetes. As well as this, a know your risk tool has also been launched.

Dai also says, “Now is a time to share our concerns about the scale and seriousness of diabetes, but it is also a fantastic opportunity to highlight that with the right healthcare, support and management, diabetes doesn’t have to hold anyone back.”

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