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Gareth, 39, rebelled against his diabetes diagnosis as a teenager, but since the birth of his son 10 years ago, he’s put his health first and has gone on to run two marathons for Diabetes UK.

Rachel is taking on the London Landmarks Half Marathon this March in memory of her Dad who passed away just over 12 months ago.

Mim is currently a student working on a PhD in social work.

Karen didn't realise the seriousness of type 2 when she was diagnosed at 39. As a result, her weight continued to spiral and even small cuts took a long time to heal.

Edward has been retired for just over five years.

Eric, 64, from Glasgow, worked for the city council as a VAT officer.

Joe, 58, is based in Glasgow, where he works for BT.

When Kathleen, 66, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, she didn't show any signs of having the condition, but already had high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

When Corinne developed type 2 diabetes 30 years ago, a lack of information led to complications.

Growing up in a big household, every day was a feast for Shivali Modha. Her identity was bound up with her love of food, until a struggle with diabetes gave her a new appetite for life.