More than 40,000 would-be runners missed out on a place in the ballot for this year's race, so this is their last chance to take part.

Around 2.5 million people in the UK are diagnosed with diabetes and this figure could reach 4 million by 2025. Currently there are up to 500,000 who have the condition but do not know it. Diabetes is serious. It can lead to complications such as heart disease, kidney damage, stroke and amputation.

It is also the largest cause of blindness in people of working age.
Taking part in the Bupa Great North Run for Diabetes UK is a great way to help people who are affected by diabetes. Money raised will help us continue supporting people who have the condition and fund research which we hope will eventually lead to a cure.

Runners will receive a running vest, training schedule and an invitation to our post-event hospitality amongst other exclusive benefits.

Please contact Lisa Stafford on 01325 488606 or email lisa.stafford@diabetes.org.uk for further information.

Please go the extra mile for Diabetes UK!

Douglas Smallwood
Chief Executive
Diabetes UK
London