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The Diabetes Risk Score is an assessment tool which aims to identify individuals with impaired glucose regulation (IGR) and is designed to predict an individual’s risk of developing Type 2 diabetes within the next ten years. It was developed by University of Leicester and University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust in collaboration with Diabetes UK.

The risk assessment is evidenced-based and consists of seven questions. It uses a points system to identity if a person is at low, moderate, or high risk of developing diabetes. Based on this score, appropriate advice is provided in the form of lifestyle changes or a GP referral.

The seven questions are related to age, gender, waist circumference, BMI, ethnic background, blood pressure and family history.

The 2012 NICE public health guidance Preventing type 2 diabetes: risk identification and interventions for individuals at high risk, recommended that GPs and other primary healthcare professionals use the tool for identifying people at risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.

The Diabetes Risk Score is free of charge for healthcare professionals in the NHS. To get your copy complete a Diabetes Risk Score enquiry form.