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North East Essex Diabetes Service (NEEDS)

The award-winning NEEDS Diabetes Team provides personalised care for adults with type 1, type 2, or MODY diabetes. Our expert multidisciplinary team includes diabetes specialist nurses, dietitians, and consultants. We offer flexible support in clinics, community settings, and virtually. Self-refer via our website for education and information sessions. All other services require a GP referral. We also help connect people with local peer support groups and patient engagement initiatives to support long-term self-management.

Who can use this service?

How are services delivered?

Registered with a North East Essex GP

 Adults 16+ years

Community based:

Face to face & virtual clinics

Face to face, online and virtual group education sessions 

 

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North East Essex Diabetes Service (NEEDS)

info@diabetesneeds.org.uk

0345 241 3313 (opt 2)

The Bluebell surgery, Jack Andrews Drive
Colchester
CO4 9YN

Mon-Fri 8.30-4.30pm

Service can be delivered by phone, video or email Service can be delivered face to face



Various
Colchester / Clacton / Harwich
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Various community locations for education events

Service can be delivered face to face




Service last updated 09/06/2025

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