On Bits and Batz this afternoon we feature an interview with Jennifer Shaw – The Volunteering and Community Engagement Manager for the North of England from Diabetes UK.

Jennifer was talking about the fact that there could be a genetic link to type 1 diabetes but no links to lifestyle. 

If anyone does have symptoms of diabetes they are encouraged to visit their GP surgery for a diabetes blood test or visit Diabetes UK website for more information and advised to take look at the know your risk tool on the website that will indicate whether you have a low risk of getting diabetes, moderate or at potentially higher risk of contracting diabetes. 

If you have diabetes running through the family or a previous family history then you are advised to also get a blood test for diabetes and be vigilant for any of the symptoms whenever you experience those speak to your doctor because if left untreated it can lead to more severe consequences. Find out more on Bits and Bats from 4:00pm this afternoon.