The NHS is running a scheme to monitor people between the ages of 40 and 70 (I call it the old farts scheme). The idea is that various aspects of your health, lifestyle (exercise, alcohol intake etc.) and family history are assessed. This yields a percentage rating of the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes in later life. Score 20% or higher, and you are referred to your G.P. for further advice. I did the test last week and results were encouraging.
Blood glucose: Normal
Cholesterol level 4.0
Blood pressure 125/80.
I scored 10% The nurse thought this was a little high. We both agreed this was probably because my weight is a 'little' high. I just need to lose another 20kg!
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