4.7 million
People diagnosed with diabetes in the UK, with 90% being type 2*
Every 2 minutes
A person is diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in the UK*
Our Balanced Living™ app focusses on helping people with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes by encouraging self-management with the support of healthcare professionals.
We understand the challenges that life with diabetes can bring.
Type 2 diabetes can have an impact on every part of a person’s life, and managing it can be complex and demanding. Time with healthcare professionals is limited often leaving people feeling isolated and unsupported. Poor management of the condition increases the risk of developing further debilitating health problems.
We know that being newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes is overwhelming, but it is also an important time to make positive lifestyle changes, to learn about how to manage diabetes effectively and reduce the likelihood of other health problems.
We want people with type 2 diabetes to have the confidence to live a full, active and healthy life - and it's why we created the Balanced Living™ app.
1 million per hour
The NHS spends on diabetes, with 80% spent on treating complications*
Over 2 thirds
Of people don't fully understand their condition*
Only 2 in 5
Of people with type 2 are reaching their treatment targets*
*These figures are from Diabetes UK Facts and Figures report – last updated Jan 2019.
PRODUCT FEATURES
Learn & Reflect
Knowledge is power and with the Balanced Living™ app you can learn all about your condition and how to improve your health and wellbeing in an easy-to-digest manner. All the information we provide is up-to-date so you know that you will always have the latest guidance at your fingertips. Use our support forum to connect with others going through the same challenges.
Monitor & Motivate
Set your health goals with your healthcare team and monitor your progress. Never forget your important appointments or to take your medication with our reminders feature. Easily update your health data and share it with others to get feedback and support. Get rewarded for all your hard work with our rewards program.
Simple & Flexible
Everyone is unique so we've made sure that you can tailor the app to be as individual as you are. Dealing with diabetes can be complex so we have simplified things by carefully designing the app to be straightforward and easy to use. It is fully responsive, meaning you get the full experience on a mobile, tablet or desktop.
Safe & Secure
We believe that you own your health data, and have designed the app to put you in control. We will not share or use your information without your permission and all your data is protected with encryption on our servers. We provide the latest recommendations published by professional bodies, and our app is audited by healthcare professionals based in the UK.
Easy to get started, robust enough to make a difference
At the moment, we're busy developing our transformative new app, but if you have type 2 diabetes and would like to trial our app, or you are interested in providing the Balanced Living™ app as part of your healthcare service, then please get in touch.