Experts are issuing a warning to anyone with diabetes as deaths from the disease have tripled over the last 12 months.
Between January and March, more than 1,461 people with diabetes sadly lost their life, an increase of 456 from last year. Total excess deaths from diabetes since January 2022 hit 8,586, according to Diabetes UK, with the charity warning that 1.9million patients are missing out on routine check ups that could prove life saving.
The concerning figures come as the NHS continues to battle through a crippling backlog with lots of appointments postponed and waiting lists lengthened. Additionally, it is important for anyone suspecting they have the disease to know the symptoms to look out for and seek medical attention when required.
