Diabetes UK Partners with Government to Address CVD – EMJ

Diabetes UK has partnered with the Department of Health & Social Care to educate the public on links between cardiovascular disease and diabetes, and how to reduce risks. 

The partnership aims to tackle the 70% of preventable cardiovascular disease linked to risk factors including high blood pressure, cholesterol, smoking, and other behaviours, to help mitigate pressure on the NHS and reduce health inequalities. 

Cardiovascular Disease Modern Service Framework 

On 7th July 2026, the government launched the Cardiovascular Disease Modern Service Framework. 

It aims to drive better prevention, earlier diagnosis, faster treatment, and more consistent care through health and care services across England.  

The partnership with will include a public awareness campaign. 

Priorities include finding and supporting people with high-risk conditions, ensuring people who have had a heart attack or stroke receive faster, higher-quality treatment, and improving access to rehabilitation and ongoing support in recovery. 

Cardiovascular Disease and Type 2 Diabetes 

People living with diabetes or prediabetes are at a significantly higher risk of heart attack and stroke.  

More than four million people in the UK have been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, with a further 1.3 million thought to be living with it unknowingly. 

James Murray, Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, London, UK, said: “Too many people are dying from early heart attacks and strokes that we know are preventable. 

“This is not good enough and that’s why we are setting clear priorities to help people stay healthier for longer, identify and diagnose serious disease much earlier, and deliver better treatment when it is needed.  

“But we know we cannot do all this by ourselves. 

“That is why I am proud of our new partnership with Diabetes UK, the first of many, through which we will work closely with expert organisations to help people reduce their risk of getting ill and know where to get help.” 

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