People living in Basildon and Brentwood who are diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes are invited to a free educational event.

There are an estimated 17,500 people who have diabetes in the Basildon and Brentwood.

The Living with Diabetes Day at Basildon Sporting Village on Friday 29 September will provide patients, who have Type 2 diabetes, with expert advice and essential information to help them manage their condition and live well.

The event is supported by Diabetes UK and organised by Basildon and Brentwood Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG).

The day-long event from 9.30am-4pm will feature talks and workshops on diet, foot care and eye care plus information on local support services for people with Type 2 diabetes and exercise.

People will have the opportunity to ask healthcare professionals any questions and meet other people living with Type 2 diabetes.

Attendees will also be able to sign up for a more detailed structured education course delivered by community provider NELFT.

Places are limited at the ‘Living with Diabetes Day’ and early booking is advised. A healthy lunch will be provided.

Type 2 diabetes is a serious, lifelong condition which can be managed with diet, exercise, medication and/or insulin.