Prediabetes/ Type 2 diabetes
Prediabetes & Type 2 Diabetes
Having a new diagnosis of prediabetes or type 2 diabetes can sometimes feel overwhelming. You are not alone, and there is a wide range of information and support groups within NHS Highland, for which we have provided more information below.
The practice will invite you for yearly(prediabetes) or twice yearly(type 2 diabetes)checks to help you monitor your health progress.
What is prediabetes and type 2 diabetes? What is important to me living with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes?
www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk/media/phmlov0a/live-it-highland-participants-pack.pdf
How can I get help for prediabetes and type 2 diabetes in Highland?
Highland diabetes and prediabetes support services, including the Live it Highland free 6 week support and education group, and the free digital New to type 2 app:
www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk/health-and-wellbeing/diabetes/diabetes-resources-in-highland
Active Health is a free and confidential one-to-one service for people ages 16+ in NHS Highland who want to become more active to help their physical and/or mental health:
www.velocitylove.co.uk/projects/activehealth
Think Health Think Nature, a link to resources with ideas on how to be active in the beautiful Highland natural surroundings:
www.thinkhealththinknature.scot/activity-ideas
Health Walks are low level, short accessible walks that are led by trained volunteers and are free to attend:
www.pathsforall.org.uk/walking-for-health/health-walks
My Diabetes My Way
The Scotland interactive diabetes website to help support people who have diabetes and their family and friends.
You'll find leaflets, videos, educational tools and games containing information about diabetes. You can now also use this website to view your own up-to-date diabetes clinic results, to help you manage your condition more effectively.
