Will you support Diabetes UK?
I AM writing to ask your readers to support leading health charity Diabetes UK this year as it marks its 75th anniversary.
There are around 200,000 people with diabetes in the South West and a further 60,000 who have Type 2 diabetes but do not know it. Our mission is to improve the lives of people with the condition and work towards a future without diabetes. In our 75th year we will be remembering the achievements of all our committed supporters: volunteers, members and donors as well as the healthcare professionals, campaigners and Diabetes UK staff who are committed to helping people with diabetes and their families.
Diabetes is a serious condition that can lead to serious complications including heart disease, blindness and amputation. Diabetes UK is aiming to raise over £7.5 million this year to fund vital research.
I would urge your readers to support the charity either by making a donation or becoming a volunteer. For more information please visit diabetes.org.uk/75years Jan Tyrrell, Diabetes UK South West.
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