The Prediabetes Support Corner has been created to support patients whose recent blood tests show higher than normal blood sugar levels, but not high enough for a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. This stage is known as prediabetes, or non-diabetic hyperglycaemia (NDH).
Prediabetes is a key warning sign that you are at increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes in the future. However, with the right support and a few changes to your daily habits, it is often possible to reverse this risk or significantly reduce it.
Simple lifestyle adjustments can make a big difference:
- Maintaining a healthy diet
- Becoming more physically active
- Losing excess weight
- Stopping smoking
- Managing stress
- Reducing alcohol intake (if applicable)
This page provides tools, information, and resources to help you take positive steps towards improving your long-term health.
Get started with the Practice Action Pack
We’ve developed a Practice Action Pack to help guide you through the early steps of managing prediabetes. This has been tailored to our local patient population and could be a useful resource while you await a consultation or referral.
The pack includes:
- Practical guidance and signposting to support your lifestyle changes
- Information tailored for patients awaiting an appointment with a GP or referral to the NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme (NDPP)
- Resources for our diverse patient population, including culturally relevant diet guides for individuals from Asian and Afro-Caribbean backgrounds
Watch an introduction from Dr Mani on how to use the action pack
NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme (NDPP)
You may be eligible for the NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme, a free service offering support through face-to-face or digital sessions to help you make long-term lifestyle changes.
The NDPP online session is available in several languages including: Urdu, Hindi, Arabic, Gujarati, Tamil, Polish, Chinese, and Punjabi.
To self-refer: Call: 0800 092 1191 or complete the online referral form.
When to seek medical advice
If you begin to notice signs or symptoms that could indicate the onset of type 2 diabetes, please book an appointment with a GP or nurse as soon as possible.
Common symptoms include:
- Increased thirst
- Frequent urination, especially at night
- Extreme tiredness
- Unexplained weight loss
- Blurred vision
- Slow-healing cuts or wounds
- Recurring infections, such as thrush
These symptoms can appear gradually, so it’s important to be aware and act early. If you have a concern, book an appointment, as prompt assessment and support can prevent progression and reduce complications.
Next Steps
If you haven’t yet discussed your blood results with a clinician, please book a non-urgent appointment with one of our practice nurses.
For more detailed information, please read the
NHS patient leaflet on prediabetes and type 2 diabetes.
