Long term conditions
Lifestyle challenges are often a key risk factor for wider health conditions which lead to increased pressure on the system.
- Prevalence of conditions such as Hypertension, Asthma, Coronary Heart Disease and Stroke in Staffordshire all remain higher than national.
- Staffordshire residents have a higher than average (22%) self reported Musculoskeletal condition. Staffordshire districts make up five of the six highest authorities.
- GP registered Diabetes (Type 1 and 2) is higher than national and increasing faster than England. Recorded prevalence of diabetes is higher across all districts, with the exception of Stafford.
Self reported long term musculoskeletal problem (West Midlands districts and unitary authorities)
Source: GP Survey, 2020
Trends in GP registered diabetes prevalence (Type 1 and 2 – aged 17+)
Source: Quality and Outcome Framework, NHS Digital