Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is the most common form of diabetes in adults.
Across the world just over 10% of adults have T2DM
There is a clear link with carrying extra weight but there is also a genetic/hereditary component.
The risk of developing T2DM increases with number of family members effected.
Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities are also at greater risk. Find out more about ethnicity and T2DM here.
The good news is, there are simple things you can do to reduce your risk and prevent diabetes in the first place.
