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John Roberts, who was a patient representative on the NICE guideline development group talks about his experience of diabetes and the importance

Clive is grateful for the proper treatment he is now receiving for his Type 2 diabetes.I am a sixty-one year old male. I have had diabetes Type 2 for a very long time. If my memory serves

At 52, with the help of an NHS course and a supportive wife, John lost four stone.

When former nurse Christine Edwards was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes 16 years ago, she realised how much support people needed to manage their condition - so she became a Diabetes Voice.

Tony Kelly, a retired teacher, who has Type 2 diabetes, gives up his time to share his experience and knowledge of the condition at dozens of events in the West Midlands.

Peter finds that regular exercise helps improve management of Type 2 diabetes. I am 60 years of age and I have Type 2 diabetes. I was first diagnosed in 2000-2001.

"I was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetic when I was 21 and was put onto tablets which progressed to insulin when I became pregnant.

Bob, who  has been raising funds for Diabetes Scotland since 2012, has collected over £5,000.

Alan decided to take better care of himself after a series of health problems including Type 2 diabetes. I turned 69 on 2nd November.