Diabetes is a lifelong condition in which your body cannot properly store and use food for energy. Maintaining near normal blood sugar levels will reduce risk of complications, including:
Note: In Type 1 diabetes, the symptoms progress quickly.
No one knows what causes Type 1 Diabetes. There is no known single cause of Type 2 Diabetes, but some factors put people at a greater risk. If you are 40 or over, you are at risk for Type 2 Diabetes and should be tested at least every three years.
If you meet any of the following risks you should be tested for diabetes earlier and/or more often:
The earlier you are diagnosed, the sooner you can take action to stay well – now and in the future!