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Diabetes in the UK: 2019.
C A Whicher1, S O'Neill2, R I G Holt3
1Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust, Research & Development Department, Moorgreen Hospital, University of Southampton, Southampton, UK.
Diabetes affects 7% of the UK population, with significant undiagnosed cases and low education program attendance. The condition incurs substantial healthcare costs and leads to severe complications, impacting quality of life.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Endocrinology
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition significantly impacting individual well-being and public health resources.
- The prevalence of diabetes in the UK necessitates a comprehensive understanding of its current status and impact.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compile a national report on the state of diabetes in the United Kingdom.
- To synthesize current data to inform public health strategies and interventions.
Main Methods:
- Data collation from diverse sources by Diabetes UK.
- Synthesis of national statistics to create a comprehensive overview of diabetes prevalence and management.
Main Results:
- Approximately 7% of the UK population lives with diabetes, with a substantial number of undiagnosed type 2 cases.
- Low uptake of structured education programs for both type 1 (7.6%) and type 2 (10.4%) diabetes.
- Significant percentages of individuals experience issues with medication access (28%), incomplete annual health checks (up to 57%), and diminished psychological well-being (40%).
- Diabetes is linked to high rates of microvascular complications at diagnosis, myocardial infarctions, and amputations, incurring at least £10 billion annually for the NHS (10% of budget).
Conclusions:
- Diabetes poses a considerable burden on individuals and UK society.
- Annual updates to this report are crucial for tracking changes and adapting strategies for diabetes management and prevention.
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