Press release from USA.gov
Did you know that more than 8 percent of Americans have diabetes? November is Diabetes Awareness Month, making it a good opportunity to learn about this increasingly prevalent disease.
Risk Factors – Family history, blood pressure, weight, and activity level are a few of the factors that can affect your chances of developing diabetes.
Prevention – The onset of Type 2 diabetes can sometimes be prevented or delayed through moderate weight loss and exercise.
FREE Toolkit for Managing Diabetes – Get practical advice about medications, insulin, and glucose meters to help you manage your diabetes.
Statistics – Get some basic facts, including the number of Americans with diabetes; the prevalence of Type 1 versus Type 2 diabetes; deaths linked to diabetes; and more.
