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American Diabetes Association (ADA)

Could You be at Risk? American Diabetes Association "Sounds the Alert" on March 25th -- ADA's 20th Annual American Diabetes AlertÂ® Day Could you have diabetes? One in five Americans have a high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, or may even already have diabetes. Because people can live for years without knowing they have diabetes, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) is issuing an urgent call-to-action for Americans to learn their risk for type 2 diabetes during the 20th Annual American Diabetes Alert Day. Awareness about diabetes can lead to early detection and treatment, which may help prevent type 2 diabetes or devastating complications associated with diabetes such as heart disease, stroke, blindness, kidney disease, and amputation. On American Diabetes Alert Day, held annually on the fourth Tuesday in March, the ADA encourages people who are overweight, physically inactive, or over the age of 45 years to take the Diabetes Risk Test, which asks seven simple questions about weight, age, lifestyle and family history - all potential risk factors for type 2 diabetes. People scoring 10 points or more are at a high risk for diabetes and are encouraged to speak with their health care provider. The Diabetes Risk Test, in English or Spanish, is available by calling the Association toll-free at 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383) or by visiting www.diabetes.org/alertnews.

Posted by: Diabetes Team II ..

Posted on: 9 Jul 2009

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Needles4Good .. Jul 13 2009 I was recently diagnosed with diabetes and I feel like my world is coming crashing down. Now I have to monitor my sugar intake all the time. This is new to me and I am looking for some support groups or helpful blogs that will help me during this time. Reply | Write on Whiteboard | Send message

Well Med Jul 13 2009 This video was really helpful...I have quite a few friends and family members that have diabetes from all ages...it really puts life in perspective and having a healthy lifestyle. Reply | Write on Whiteboard | Send message