Caring for older people with diabetes in primary care

Abstract

This paper considers some of the issues related to the management of older people with diabetes in the context of primary care. The majority of older people with diabetes will receive their care in primary care settings. This paper outlines some of the key considerations in delivering diabetes care in this population to prevent complications and promote quality of life, safely. It also considers special risk factors, such as falls, frailty, polypharmacy and common comorbidities.

Key words:

• Diabetes
• Primary care
• Older people