Your HbA1c blood test, eye screening and foot checks are all part of the 15 diabetes healthcare essentials.

You might already be getting these checks, but did you know that the healthcare essentials cover things like advice on diet and a free flu jab too?

Foot screening

Currently only urgent foot screening appointment are taking place. If you have any concerns, talk to your GP or Community Podiatrist. Please see the Feet page (link) for more information on how to look after your feet.

Eye screening

Currently only urgent eye screening appointments are taking place at the moment. If you have any concerns about changes to your eyes please contact your optician.

If you would like to check you are on the waiting list for eye screening please contact this number 01324 616140 fv.fvdiabeticretinalscreening@nhs.scot.