University given £1.3m for diabetes care trial (opens original article in a new tab)

A university has been awarded £1.3m to conduct a study improving diabetes care for young adults in England, focusing on GP practices and patient outcomes.

• Northumbria University receives £1.3m to improve diabetes care for young adults
• Study will test support methods for GP practices to enhance patient outcomes
• Research aims to address rising type 2 diabetes cases in 18-39 age group
• Project evaluates cost-effectiveness and health inequality reduction