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This page links to frequently asked questions about diabetes. Questions cover basics about diabetes, diabetes-related health concerns, exercise and diabetes, groups especially affected by diabetes, an... Details >
Whether you just found out you have diabetes or have been dealing with it for years, you can control your diabetes and live a long, active life. If you are at risk or have pre-diabetes, you can take s... Details >
This online consumer fact sheet discusses diabetic insulin therapy. Links to information on the basics of insulin, insulin storage and syringe safety information, and insulin routines. ... Details >
With the growing trend of new cases of diabetes and pre-diabetes, the American Diabetes Association is committed to improving the lives of African Americans and their families who are at risk for diab... Details >
Diabetes mellitus poses a significant public health challenge for the US. Some 800,000 cases are diagnosed each year, and changing demographic patterns in the US are expected to increase the number of... Details >
Facts, statistics and a general overview of diabetes mellitus as it affects American Indians and Alaska Natives. The focus here is on type 2 diabetes, the type most commonly found in this group.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Also available in: Spanish
One reason why so many people around the world are dying prematurely of diabetes is because of ignorance about its dangers. When diabetes is undiagnosed or uncontrolled, there’s a high risk of complic... Details >
Also available in: Chinese-Simplified Chinese-Traditional
This is a bilingual site with interactive tools dedicated to improving diabetes awareness in the Asian American population. The mission of the Asian American Diabetes Initiative is to enhance the qual... Details >
Diabetes and obesity have been established as major health problems among AAPIs. Whether residing on their home islands or the US mainland, Samoans, native Hawaiians, and Micronesians are frequently a... Details >
Facts, statistics and a general overview of diabetes mellitus as it affects Asian and Pacific Islander Americans. The focus here is on type 2 diabetes, the type most commonly found in this group.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Also available in: Spanish
New York Online Access to Health (NOAH) provides full-text health information for consumers about diabetes in both English and Spanish.... Details >
Information on 59 state and territorial diabetes control programs; diabetes publications including the National Diabetes Fact Sheet in English and Spanish and Diabetes At-A-Glance; diabetes FAQs; deta... Details >
Volunteers work through more than 100 Chapters, Branches, and Affiliates in the U.S. and around the world to raise money for diabetes research. Activities include Walk to Cure Diabetes and Ride to Cu... Details >
Blood glucose checking is one of the best tools for keeping diabetes in control. Frequent testing and good record-keeping give you, your child, and the health care team the most accurate possible pict... Details >
Acupunture, biofeedback, chromium, ginseng, magnesium, vanadium--these are the complementary and alternative medical therapies discussed in this fact sheet about the treatment of diabetes.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
This page links to the National Diabetes Education Program campaign stressing the management of blood glucose, blood pressure, and cholesterol.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Increasing awareness about the importance and benefits of diabetes control is the key objective of the "Control Your Diabetes. For Life." campaign. ... Details >
Also available in: Spanish
If you don’t control your diabetes, you might start to have complications from diabetes. Diabetes can cause blindness, heart attack or stroke, kidney failure and amputations (loss of foot or leg). You... Details >
Also available in: Spanish
Some people can control their diabetes with diet and exercise. Other people need to take a pill or more than one pill. Some people need to take insulin to control their blood glucose.... Details >
This page has information on CDC Diabetes Surveillance System; which collects, analyzes, and disseminates data on diabetes and its complications. This public health surveillance (disease tracking) of ... Details >
Also available in: Spanish
Diabetes cannot be cured, but it can be controlled. Good control requires a careful blend of diet, exercise, blood sugar monitoring, and medication. People who take steps to control their diabetes can... Details >
Also available in: Chinese-Traditional
Diabetes is a disease in which your body cannot properly use the food you eat for energy. ... Details >
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African Americans are at high risk for kidney failure. In large part, this is due to higher rates of diabetes and high blood pressure in the African-American community, although there may be other rea... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
This page provides basic information on diabetes and its complications. It also offers tips on how to be active, eat right, and prevent this disease.... Details >
Diabetes is common among American Indian tribes. This publication discusses diabetes and preventing amputations.... Details >
This section will help you learn how to take care of your diabetes and prevent some of the serious problems that diabetes can cause. ... Details >
The US Department of Health and Human Services, under the leadership of Secretary Tommy Thompson, has developed the Diabetes Detection Initiative: Finding the Undiagnosed to address the growing public... Details >
Also available in: Spanish
Browse this site for basic definitions for some general or specific medical and scientific terms, symbols and acronyms that are often used when talking or writing about diabetes. This site is designed... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
This fact sheet provides an overview of diabetes disparities among minorities and describes the high rates of diabetes and complications thereof.... Details >
This document contains statistical data that illustrate the magnitude of this disease among African Americans, a discussion of the health problems associated with the disease and information on clini... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
This brief fact sheet describes how diabetes affects minority women.... Details >
Describes diabetes insipidus and the types of diabetes insipidus, including central, nephrogenic, dipsogenic, and gestational. Differentiates diabetes insipidus and diabetes mellitus.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
This document dispels some common myths about diabetes, including people with diabetes can't eat sweets or chocolate, eating too much sugar causes diabetes, people with diabetes are more likely to get... Details >
This fact sheet provides consumers with the basic facts on diabetes -- includes types of diabetes and treatment options. ... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Diabetes prevention is proven, possible, and powerful. ... Details >
Also available in: Spanish
A free on-line health risk assessment offered by the American Diabetes Association to assist you in determining your risk of having undiagnosed diabetes. To find out if you are at risk answer the ques... Details >
Also available in: Spanish
If you have diabetes, make sure you take care of your mouth. People with diabetes are at risk for mouth infections, especially periodontal (gum) disease.... Details >
Learning your child has diabetes is quite a shock. This area of diabetes.org is for parents whose child has just been diagnosed. It covers the basics of diabetes treatment, as well as issues you may e... Details >
Eye health awarness and annual eye exams are important to detect eye disease from diabetes.... Details >
Also available in: Spanish
If you have diabetes, you should inspect your feet every day. Look for puncture wounds, bruises, pressure areas, redness, warmth, blisters, ulcers, scratches, cuts and nail problems. ... Details >
This online consumer health information publication describes diabetic neuropathy and provides information about the causes, symptoms, major types, and diagnosis and treatment of this nerve disorder. ... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Learn more about type 1 and type 2 diabetes in young people and how to help them manage the disease and ensure their health and well-being.... Details >
This online fact sheet discusses the renaming of the two most common types of diabetes and the new lower fasting plasma glucose number used to diagnose diabetes. The fact sheet also presents recomme... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Kids, if you don't know much about diabetes, this is the place to go.... Details >
Diabetes was the sixth leading cause of death in the year 2000. More than 17 million Americans have diabetes, and over 200,000 people die each year of related complications.... Details >
This pamphlet has been written to help people with diabetic retinopathy and their relations better understand the disease. It describes the cause, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of diabetic retino... Details >
Also available in: Japanese
This test shows how well your body uses sugar called glucose. This test may be done to check for diabetes.... Details >
Educational Institution--Follow the Resource URL for More Information
This site links to information on glucose meters and diabetes management, food and meal planning, insulin, diabetes pills, lancing devices and sharps disposal, and complications of diabetes.... Details >
Center for Devices and Radiological Health, U.S. Food and Drug Administration
This kit is designed for primary care and other health care providers who counsel people with diabetes about preventive health care practices, particularly foot care.... Details >
An overview of financial resources that may be helpful in diabetes care: Medicaid, Medicare, managed care, health insurance. Includes suggestions for obtaining help from local resources.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Use this online resource to locate a Diabetes Educator near you. You may search for an AADE member by selecting a state from the map, or choose from the search engines provided and search by provider ... Details >
This page answers questions about pre-diabetes, the state that occurs when a person's blood glucose levels are higher than normal but not high enough for a diagnosis of diabetes. The page includes inf... Details >
Also available in: Spanish
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. ... Details >
This page presents frequently asked questions about diabetes insipidus. Questions cover emotional and cognitive aspects, genetics, causes, and more. ... Details >
This page presents frequently asked questions about diabetes-related health concerns. Questions cover how diabetes can affect cardiovascular health, the eyes, the kidneys, nerve endings, oral health, ... Details >
This page presents frequently asked questions about preventing diabetes. Questions cover what the most important things to do are to prevent diabetes, when should one be tested for diabetes, what the ... Details >
Gastroparesis, also called delayed gastric emptying, is a disorder in which the stomach takes too long to empty its contents. It often occurs in people with type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes.... Details >
Provides answers to frequently asked questions about diabetes and American Indian/Alaska Native women. Covers susceptibility, gestational diabetes, complications of diabetes, disease management, and ... Details >
This document contains statistical data that illustrate the magnitude of this disease among Hispanic Americans, a discussion of the health problems associated with the disease and information on clini... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Also available in: Spanish
The information presented in this booklet will help you to manage your diabetes. The booklet is designed for use with forms that you can personalize to meet your individual needs. You can print the fo... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Also available in: Spanish
If You Have Diabetes, Take Care of Your Heart (Si Tiene Diabetes, Cuide su Corazón) campaign encourages Hispanic and Latino Americans with diabetes, and their families, to control not only their blood... Details >
The Indian Health Service (IHS) National Diabetes Program mission is to develop, document, and sustain a public health effort to prevent and control diabetes in American Indian and Alaska Native commu... Details >
This page outlines the seven principles of diabetes control: Find out what type of diabetes you have, get regular care for your diabetes, learn how to control your diabetes, treat high blood sugar, mo... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
This consumer fact sheet discusses diabetes and end-stage renal disease (ESRD) and the treatments and therapies involved.... Details >
JDRF Kids Online is a web site for kids with diabetes and their friends and family. The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation is here to find a cure for diabetes—and to help you deal with diabetes day... Details >
A comprehensive prevention program developed at the Bureau of Primary Health Care that can dramatically reduce lower extremity amputations in individuals with diabetes mellitus, Hansen's disease, or a... Details >
Bureau of Primary Health Care, Health Resources and Services Administration
Also available in: Spanish
A general overview of the types of diabetes and information on the appropriate medications for Type I and Type II diabetes. The various types of medications are listed and described and their potenti... Details >
This tip sheet, designed especially for African Americans, offers more than 50 ways to prevent diabetes.... Details >
African Americans are at high risk for type 2 diabetes and being overweight increases that risk. But there is good news: losing a small amount of weight by being physically active for 30 minutes, 5 da... Details >
Links to print, radio, and video PSAs targeted toward African Americans and developed for the National Diabetes Education Program.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Provides general information and national estimates on diabetes in the United States. Includes discussion of the four types of diabetes, complications, mortality and treatment.... Details >
The National Kidney Disease Education Program aims to reduce morbidity and mortality from kidney disease by raising awareness about the seriousness of the problem and the importance of prevention, ear... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
The goal of this project is to encourage Native Americans towards healthy behaviors through partnerships with Native America communities. Ideas from the communities are used to make a program that is ... Details >
Educational Institution--Follow the Resource URL for More Information
This page provides the latest press releases and announcements from this U.S. Department of Health and Human Services agency.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Insulin is a hormone that helps the body use glucose for energy. If your beta cells do not produce enough insulin, diabetes will develop.... Details >
Too much glucose (sugar) in the blood for a long time can cause diabetes problems. This high blood glucose (also called blood sugar) can damage many parts of the body, such as the heart, blood vessels... Details >
Describes how diabetes can damage feet and skin and how people with diabetes can take care of themselves to prevent common complications.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Describes the damage that diabetes can do to the heart and blood vessels and what people with diabetes can do to prevent complications.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Describes the damage that diabetes can do to kidneys and outlines steps that people with diabetes can take to prevent or lessen the complications.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Describes the damage that diabetes can do to the nervous system and provides tips to avoid the complications of diabetes.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Also available in: Spanish
This booklet is about the tooth and gum problems caused by diabetes. You will learn what you can do each day and during each year to stay healthy and prevent diabetes problems.... Details >
Also available in: Spanish
Follow a healthy lifestyle, eat healthy foods, and keep physically active to help control diabetes. If you have diabetes, be an active member of your diabetes care team: you, your doctor, dietitian, a... Details >
Troublesome bladder symptoms and changes in sexual function are common health problems as people age. Having diabetes can mean early onset and increased severity of these problems. By keeping your dia... Details >
Search this site for Diabetes Control Programs for a specific state including contact information and a program review of that state.... Details >
Also available in: Hmong Khmer/Cambodian Korean Laotian Thai Vietnamese
Take care of your heart by managing your diabetes and blood pressure.... Details >
Having diabetes means you are more likely to have a heart attack or stroke. This patient education sheet encourages patients to take care of their heart by taking care of their blood glucose (sugar), ... Details >
Also available in: Hmong Japanese Khmer/Cambodian Korean Laotian Samoan Thai Tongan Vietnamese
This reproducible, two-sided patient education sheet explains the link between diabetes and heart disease. It encourages patients to work with their health care team to set targets and manage their bl... Details >
This information sheet discusses diabetes among African Americans, including how many have the disease and what African Americans can do to prevent heart disease or stroke and other diabetes complicat... Details >
By studying Pima Indian volunteers, researchers have determined that diabetes runs in families, as does insulin resistance, and obesity. Looking for these genes is a key part of the search now being c... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Glycosylated hemoglobin levels are associated with cardiovascular disease and death, even among people who do not have diabetes. ... Details >
Diabetes is one of the most common chronic diseases in school-aged children, affecting about 176,500 young people in the United States, or about 1 in every 400-600 young people under the age of 20. Th... Details >
There is limited scientific evidence on the effectiveness of dietary supplements as complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) for type 2 diabetes. The six dietary supplements reviewed in this repor... Details >
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, National Institutes of Health
Also available in: Chinese-Traditional
Diabetes is a common metabolic disorder due to lack of insulin action, resulting in high blood sugar (glucose) levels. ... Details >
Federation of Chinese American and Chinese Canadian Medical Societies
Games, links, tips and an interactive forum that allows kids to talk to others with diabetes. Includes suggestions for children to control their diabetes.... Details >
This article discusses Diabetes Insipidus (DI), a disorder in which there is an abnormal increase in urine output, fluid intake and often thirst.... Details >
Diabetes is a disease in which the body does not produce or properly use insulin. Insulin is a hormone that is needed to convert sugar, starches and other food into energy needed for daily life. ... Details >
The FDA Office on Women's Health joined with the American Diabetes Association and National Association of Chain Drug Stores to spread information to women about this epidemic. Diabetes educational ma... Details >
This guide explains what diabetes is, daily care of diabetes, blood glucose levels, and where to get more help.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Your primary diabetes doctor (internist, family practice doctor, or endocrinologist) may refer you to other health care providers to build a health care team. This document overviews the various heal... Details >
Also available in: Spanish
Because diabetes is a systemic disease affecting many different parts of the body, ideal case management requires a team approach. The podiatric physician, as an integral part of the treatment team, h... Details >
Fun and games site for kids with diabetes or for children interested in learning about diabetes. Play air hockey and pinball. Learn new, fun facts and be puzzled by riddles.... Details >
A new diagnosis of juvenile (type 1) diabetes can spark a range of reactions, including anger, sadness, and guilt. Whatever your feelings, they are normal, and you are not alone. This section contain... Details >