Public talk to raise awareness of pre-diabetes

People with diabetes can find out about complications of the condition at a meeting in Wrexham.

If you, or someone close to you is worried they may be on the verge of Type 2 Diabetes there is a chance to find out more at a talk organised by the Local Support Group Wrexham – Diabetes UK.

The meeting is taking place at Maesgwyn Hall, Mold Road, Wrexham on Monday, 14 May at 7.15pm.

Diabetes expert Dr A.N.Nixon, consultant at the Department of Diabetes & Endocrinology, Wrexham Maelor Hospital will give a talk on Pre-Diabetes: Your Questions Answered.

The talk will be of particular interest to those who have recently been told they have high glucose levels that can increase your risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes and what steps to take to prevent developing the condition.

Olwen Ward, chair of the local support group Wrexham, Diabetes UK said: “This meeting will help people with Pre-diabetes find out more how to manage their condition.

“There can be serious complications with diabetes, but the right care can help people avoid these. For those who want to take action and avoid developing Type 2 Diabetes Dr Nixon’s talk could provide the answers they are looking for.

“We are a friendly, welcoming group for all people affected by diabetes, their friends and relatives in Wrexham and surrounding areas. We meet every month and are always seeking new members.”

Diabetes UK local groups offer people living with diabetes a chance to meet, share experiences and gain support from others with the condition. There are 3.8 million people with diabetes in the UK. 3.2 million have Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, and around 630,000 more have Type 2 diabetes but don’t know it yet.

You can find out more about diabetes and Diabetes UK at diabetes.org.uk