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Your Annual Diabetes Review
Key Information
- The "Health MOT": Your annual review is like a yearly check-up to keep everything running smoothly.
- Why it Matters: It helps detect early signs of problems affecting your heart, eyes, and feet.
- A Partnership: This is your opportunity to ask questions and set goals for the year ahead.
What We Check
During your review, we carry out several important checks:
- HbA1c Blood Test: Shows your average blood sugar over the last few months.
- Blood Pressure: Important for heart health.
- Foot Check: Assesses nerve function and blood supply.
- Kidney Function: Urine test to check kidney health.
The Two-Stage Process
Your annual review is completed in two stages to ensure a meaningful discussion of your results.
Stage 1: The Data Collection (Healthcare Assistant)
- Blood sample taken.
- Blood pressure checked.
- Height and weight measured.
- Foot check performed.
- Important: Please bring a urine sample.
Stage 2: The Review (Diabetic Nurse)
- Discuss your results once they are available.
- Create or update your care plan.
- Action: You will need to book this second appointment after your first visit.
Note: If your diabetes is not well controlled, you may be invited for more frequent reviews.
What Happens Next?
If you have any questions about your annual diabetes review, please get in touch.
Further Information
- Understanding Type 2 Diabetes: The Insulin Key
- The 4 Ts: Spotting the Signs of Type 2 Diabetes
- Managing Type 2 Diabetes: You Are in the Driver's Seat
- Metformin: A Helper for Your Insulin Key
- Type 2 Diabetes Support
To understand more about what to expect at your annual review and why each check is important, please visit the Diabetes UK website.
Learn more about your Diabetes Annual Review
Last reviewed: 01 January 2026
Next review due: 01 January 2029
Providing NHS Services
Telephone: 01727 853107