Diabetes changes are coming
Aotearoa New Zealand is changing its diagnostic threshold for diabetes from 1 July 2026 to align with WHO guidance and international definitions. This is expected to move a small number of people currently classified as having prediabetes into the diabetes category. Across the Pinnacle network, this could affect approximately 295 people. We wanted to give practices early notice and share some initial guidance, including FAQs. Te Whatu Ora Health NZ is expected to issue a national announcement ahead of 1 July, along with supporting resources, which we will share as they become available.