The NHS Type 2 Diabetes Path to Remission programme is a one-year programme to support a healthier lifestyle, weight loss and remission of Type 2 diabetes, which means achieving target glucose levels without medication. The programme has three stages starting with 12 weeks of low-calorie diet (shakes and soups) followed by food reintroduction, focusing on movement and maintaining a new healthy eating lifestyle.
The eligibility criteria is listed below.
- Registered with a GP practice in North East London
- Aged 18–65 years
- Have had a diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes within the last 6 years
- Have a BMI over 27 kg/m2 (or over 25 kg/m2 if you are of Black, Asian or minority ethnic origin). To check your BMI click here
Exclusion:
- A current insulin user
- Pregnant or planning a pregnancy in the next 12 months
- Have had or are awaiting bariatric surgery (unless willing to come off waiting list)
Getting a Referral
Referrals are made by a trained health care professional via the GP surgery.
Health Care Professional Resources:
Health Care Professional Page: NHS Type 2 Diabetes Pathway to Remission Programme for primary care | Oviva UK
Full video The NHS Type 2 Diabetes Pathway to Remission Programme Training Video Full
Short video The NHS Type 2 Diabetes Pathway to Remission Programme Training Video Short
Medications Guidance video The NHS Type 2 Diabetes Pathway to Remission Medications Guidance Video
Patient Resources:
Patient facing page NHS Type 2 Diabetes Path to Remission Programme | Oviva UK Join us
Patient video NHS Type 2 Diabetes Pathway to Remission Programme full