Take part in our research

Diabetes matters! Join us… help yourself & your community 

If you are interested in taking part in this study, this website is for you. Here you will find details of the study, and what you need to do to take part. 

Watch our video to find out more about the study. 

Why are we doing this research study? 

• People of black African and black Caribbean heritage are 2-4 times more likely to be living with type 2 diabetes than other ethnicities. 
• Information and support is an important part of diabetes care. 
• We will test a new culturally suited information and support programme, called Healthy Eating and Active Lifestyles for Diabetes (HEAL-D). 

What does the study involve? 

• Complete the HEAL-D programme or your local NHS diabetes education programme. 
• Attend 4 meetings with the research team over 2 years for measurements, such as a blood test and questionnaires. 
• Receive up to £200 in reimbursement, plus travel expenses. 

Who can take part? 

You can take part if: 

• You have type 2 diabetes 
• You are of black African or black Caribbean heritage 
• You are aged 18+ 
• You are an English speaker 

Please click below to register your interest

or contact us via email below about the study and one of our team will contact you. 

If you would like to speak to one of the research team, please call 07825 754785.