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Diabetes Prevention Programme – Proven Impact & NHS Cost Savings

Bollyfit Active CIC delivered a 24-week Diabetes Prevention Programme in Crumpsall and Levenshulme, working with 75 women from predominantly South Asian and deprived communities.


The programme achieved strong engagement and retention, measurable improvements in weight and metabolic health, and increased social connection and confidence. This shows how culturally tailored, women-only movement programmes can reach groups who do not typically engage with mainstream services.


Chart showing estimated NHS savings per participant and for the full 75-woman cohort, based on NHS diabetes-prevention modelling
Estimated NHS savings per participant and for the full 75-woman cohort, based on NHS diabetes-prevention modelling

Health & Economic Value

Based on NHS prevention modelling:

  • Estimated NHS cost savings: £740–£920 per participant over 3–5 years

  • Total projected NHS cost savings for the cohort: £55,500–£69,000

  • Additional wider economic benefits: £18,750–£26,250


This represents a high return on investment for commissioners and aligns with NHS, MLCO, PCN, and GMCA priorities on prevention and reducing health inequalities.


Women in colorful South Asian dress stand in a hall with a sign reading "Pre-Diabetes & Diabetes Programme for South Asian Women" and "it's time to celebrate."

Why Our Approach Works

  • Women-only, culturally familiar sessions

  • Trusted community-led delivery

  • Strong retention and engagement

  • Scalable and evidence-based model

  • Effective in high-risk, underserved communities


We are now ready to begin the next 24-week cohort and would welcome discussions with partners around referrals and future commissioning. Contact Shamime Jan - 07867854778

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