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Learn About Diabetes

 
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The Basics

What is Type 2 Diabetes?
When people talk about diabetes, they are usually talking about type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is most common in adults over age 40. Most people with type 2 diabetes are overweight.

When you have type 2 diabetes, your body has trouble using the glucose in your blood. Your blood sugar level is too high.

What is Pre-Diabetes?
Pre-diabetes means your blood glucose level is higher than normal. If you have pre-diabetes, you are at risk for getting type 2 diabetes and heart disease.

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If you are at risk for diabetes, or if diabetes runs in your family, talk to a doctor about ways to stay healthy.

  • What should I eat and how active should I be to stay healthy?
  • If I’m overweight, how many pounds do I have to lose to improve my health?
  • What are my blood pressure numbers and cholesterol levels? What should they be?
  • Do I have pre-diabetes or another condition that increases my risk of diabetes?
  • Are there any warning signs or symptoms I should look out for?

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