Ep 117 – Improving early diagnosis of type 2 diabetes: addressing the challenge of undiagnosed cases

Undiagnosed type 2 diabetes is an increasing and concerning trend in the UK, particularly among Black and Asian ethnic groups and in areas of high deprivation. Early diagnosis and management are crucial, particularly in younger adults and underserved populations. Therefore, education, screening, and tailored treatment pathways are needed, but reaching these groups can be challenging. In this episode, which was recorded for Chronic Conditions Month 2024, Dr Kashif Ali (GP Partner and Primary Care Lead for Diabetes MCN, Glasgow) and Dr Sarah Davies (GP with a Special Interest in Diabetes, Cardiff) discuss what we can do to improve earlier diagnosis of type 2 diabetes in our undiagnosed population.

More information on Chronic Conditions Month can be found here.

Key reference

1. Office for National Statistics. 2024. https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/healthandsocialcare/healthinequalities/bulletins/riskfactorsforprediabetesandundiagnosedtype2diabetesinengland/2013to2019