Almost 75% of older children in England and Wales with diabetes are not getting key health checks, a study suggests. Data from 27,682 children and young people showed 25.4% of those aged 12 and older had all seven recommended annual checks, such as eye screenings.
However, the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, which carried out the audit, says the overall picture is one of improving care.
Diabetes UK said missed health checks for children was "very worrying". Health officials recommend all children with diabetes should be assessed to ensure they are managing their condition properly.
