Health Conditions
Diabetes & Endocrine
Information based on NHS and other UK health sources.
Health condition
Type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is a common condition where the level of sugar (glucose) in the blood becomes too high. It can often be managed with changes to diet and activity, and with medicine where needed.
Health conditionType 1 diabetes
Type 1 diabetes is a lifelong condition where the body does not make insulin, so blood sugar levels become too high. It is managed with insulin and can affect people of any age.
Health conditionUnderactive thyroid (hypothyroidism)
An underactive thyroid is when the thyroid gland does not make enough hormones. It is common, easily diagnosed with a blood test, and usually treated with daily tablets.