UK Diabetes Cases Reach Record 12.1 Million

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Britain faces a serious health challenge as diabetes cases reach their highest levels ever recorded.

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One in five adults now live with diabetes or are at risk of developing it – that's 12.1 million people.

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Type 2 diabetes makes up 90% of cases, which happens when the body doesn't use insulin properly

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Getting the condition earlier in life, before the age of 40, means more time for health complications to develop.

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The Department of Health has promised a 10-year plan focusing on prevention rather than just treatment.

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Simple changes in diet and activity levels can make a big difference in preventing type 2 diabetes.

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The NHS already runs a prevention program teaching people about healthy eating and exercise before diabetes develops.

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For those already affected, proper care and support can help them stay healthy and avoid serious complications.

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