There are 1.4 million people in the UK who have been diagnosed with diabetes, a number which is set to double by 2010. It is thought that a further one million people suffering from the condition without having been diagnosed. Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness in the country and can result in serious complications like heart disease, kidney failure and stroke. Out of every £10 of NHS expenditure, nearly £1 goes on treating diabetes and its complications.

Diabetes UK aims to ensure the highest quality of care for diabetes sufferers and information for all. It hopes to put an end to discrimination and ignorance and ensure a universal understanding of the condition. Its ultimate goal is to achieve a world without diabetes.

Johnson Matthey is delighted to be able to support Diabetes UK. It is hoped that over the year the company can contribute significantly to raising awareness of diabetes and make an important contribution to Diabetes UK.