Dr. Buttery's Public Health BLOG

From Diabetes UK today: Heart attacks claim as many lives of younger women as breast cancer, yet victims often fail to recognise their symptoms, doctors have warned. already show signs of cardiovascular disease at the time of diagnosis," said Simon O’Neill, Director of Care, Information and Advocacy Services at Diabetes UK. "Heart disease is the most common complication of diabetes. It is essential we take immediate steps to ensure people have access to the appropriate care and treatment. We want to see better information for the newly diagnosed as well as improved access to education courses and dietary and lifestyle advice.”