The number of people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in Scotland has increased by 40% over a decade, according to a new study.
Diabetes Scotland figures show cases rose from 190,772 to 267,615 between 2008 and 2018.
There are also an estimated 26,347 people living with the condition who have yet to be diagnosed.
People with type 2 diabetes are 50% more likely to die prematurely than those without the condition.
Heart disease is a common complication that can lead to an early death, with overweight people particularly affected.
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