Show support by sharing your #DiabetesStories

There are 4.9 million people living with diabetes in the UK and 13.6 million people at risk of developing type two diabetes.

It is a serious, relentless condition which, regardless of type, can bring with it many challenges.

Everyone experiences diabetes differently and, this Diabetes Week, between June 14 and June 20, we will be telling people’s #DiabetesStories from all corners of the UK.

We’ll be looking back on an extraordinary year and looking forward to what’s to come. Above all, we’ll be celebrating the incredible diabetes community.

There are lots of ways your readers can get involved during the week, from designing posters to organising community events.

There will also be plenty of activity on Diabetes UK’s social media channels including a film telling the story of the last year for the diabetes community, by the community.

Find more information about Diabetes Week and how to get involved on the diabetes.org.uk website.

So, let’s come together this Diabetes Week and tell our #DiabetesStories to help raise awareness of what life with diabetes is really like and show other people living with the condition that they’re not alone.

If you have any questions regarding your diabetes, or need extra support, call our helpline on 03451 232399 or email us at helpline@diabetes. org.uk.

Angela Mitchell, national director Scotland,

Diabetes UK.