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Your Annual Diabetes Review
Key Information
- The "Health MOT": Just like a car needs an MOT, your body needs an annual check-up to make sure everything is running smoothly. This review is the cornerstone of your diabetes care.
- Why it Matters: Living with diabetes increases the risk of issues with your heart, eyes, and feet. This review helps us spot potential problems early, before they become serious.
- A Partnership: This appointment is a two-way street. It is your chance to ask questions, discuss worries, and set health goals for the year ahead.
What We Check
During your review, we perform several vital checks:
- HbA1c Blood Test: This measures your average blood sugar levels over the last few months.
- Blood Pressure: Keeping this controlled is important for heart health.
- Foot Check: Diabetes can damage nerves and blood supply to the feet. We check them annually to prevent complications.
- Kidney Function: We test your urine to make sure your kidneys are working well.
The Two-Stage Process
To make sure we have all the results ready for a meaningful discussion, your Annual Review happens in two stages:
Stage 1: The Data Collection (with a Healthcare Assistant)
- What happens: Blood sample taken, blood pressure checked, height and weight measured, and a foot check performed.
- Important: You must bring a urine sample to this appointment.
Stage 2: The Review (with a Diabetic Nurse)
- What happens: A few days later, once your results are back, you will have a consultation to discuss them and create your care plan.
- Action: You need to contact us to book this second appointment after your first visit.
- Note: If your diabetes is not well controlled, we may invite you for reviews more frequently than once a year.
Further Information
To understand more about what to expect at your annual review and why each check is important, please visit the Diabetes UK website.
Last reviewed: 23 December 2025
Next review due: 23 December 2028
CONTACT DETAILS
Bramhall Health Centre
66 Bramhall Lane South
Bramhall
Stockport
SK7 2DY
Telephone: 0161 983 5850
