June 23, 2025 - 658 views
Three new apps are launched in Wales to help prevent and manage Type 2 diabetes, as one in five adults in Wales are affected by diabetes or prediabetes.
The apps are part of the Tackling Diabetes Together Programme, funded by Public Health Wales.
The programs include personalized support, interactive features, and access to a community of 30,000 users.
The digital solutions complement the successful All Wales Diabetes Prevention Programme (AWDPP), which was launched in June 2022 and is funded by the Welsh Government. This face-to-face programme supports people at high risk of developing Type 2 diabetes and has already helped more than 10,000 people across Wales.
The AWDPP is delivered locally in primary care by dedicated teams of trained healthcare support workers and dietitians, operating in 35 out of 60 primary care clusters across Wales. Participants receive personalized support with making dietary changes, increasing physical activity, and maintaining a healthy weight.
Jim McManus, National Director for Health and Wellbeing, Public Health Wales, said:
“The ability of a person living with Type 2 diabetes to self-manage their condition is essential to them being able to live well and for longer. On average, a person with diabetes spends just 3 hours a year with healthcare professionals and 8,757 hours managing their condition on their own. To do this effectively, consistent support is crucial.
"There are also an estimated 269,747 people in Wales living with non-diabetic hyperglycaemia – more commonly known as 'prediabetes' – and many are unaware they have the condition. Without intervention, this can develop into Type 2 diabetes.
"For those who developed gestational diabetes during pregnancy, the risk increases significantly – they have a 50% higher chance of developing Type 2 diabetes within 3-5 years if preventative measures aren't taken.
"The good news is that with the right support, Type 2 diabetes can be delayed and is largely preventable."
Anyone in Wales can download the free apps by completing an online request form.
