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Frequently Asked Questions: Basics About Diabetes

Internet URL

http://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/faq/basics.htm  

This document also available in Spanish

Sponsoring Agency

Division of Diabetes Translation, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion/CDC

Description

This fact sheet answers frequently asked questions about diabetes, a disease in which blood glucose levels are above normal. The fact sheet includes information on the symptoms and types of diabetes. It also discusses risk factors, treatment, and cure for the disease.

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Review Date

5/23/2007