There is a national epidemic of diabetes. It affects at least 2% of the population, and 5% of the population aged over 50 years. The number of people with this condition is forecast to double by the year 2015, largely due to an increase in the prevalence of Type 2 diabetes. Diabetes is associated with significant morbidity and early mortality. It also increases the risk of blindness, renal failure and amputation. Much of this could be prevented by provision of effective integrated care. It is essential to put in place a service that can deliver high standards of care to people with diabetes now, but can also cope with the anticipated increase in numbers.

	Glasgow Royal		Southern General
	Gartnavel General		Stobhill
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