Anna Walker
Anna Walker
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It is very serious for children because there is growing evidence of early onset diabetes in children who are overweight. Children who are overweight tend to grow into adults who have a range of health problems as well.
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It is very important that patients and the public are informed of and understand the benefits of treatment and follow-up care for diabetes, as well as the risks of long term complications that will result without diagnosis and treatment.
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It's very important that patients and the public understand the benefits of treatment and follow-up care - and the risks that will result without diagnosis.
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Although timely access to GPs and dentists is important, the quality of care that patients receive from their GP, dentist or midwife is also crucial and according to patients, it is extremely good.
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We expect to see changes as a result of this work and we will be using participation in the audit as part of our annual performance ratings for primary care trusts.