Incidence Of Diabetes

EDM number 901 in 2010-12, proposed by Keith Vaz on 26/10/2010.
Categorised under the topic of Diseases.

That this House notes with concern that the number of adult diabetics in the UK has soared by six per cent. since 2009 to 2.8 million; further notes that one in 10 adults are now being treated for obesity and that there is a high prevalence of Type 2 diabetes in those overweight or obese; recognises the importance of a healthy and active lifestyle to prevent the condition; and calls on the Government to work with diabetes charities and health professionals to raise awareness and prevent further increases in the number of sufferers.

This motion has been signed by a total of 38 MPs, 1 of these signatures have been withdrawn.