More than 18 million Americans have been diagnosed with diabetes and more than 5 million more have diabetes but don't realize it, according to the CDC. Yet diabetes is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States.
Diabetes is a chronic disease that involves the regulation of blood sugar and occurs in two different forms, type 1 and type 2.
Diabetes affects the way the body metabolizes, or uses, digested food to make glucose, the main source of fuel for the body.
Looking for vital diabetes facts and figures? Here are statistics for both patients and consumers.
The endocrine system includes not only the pancreas—the organ involved in the development of diabetes—but also the pituitary, thyroid, and other glands.
What causes diabetes? Scientists aren't sure, but heredity, obesity, lack of exercise and other factors play a part.
If you're older than 45, you should be tested for diabetes. If you are younger, you should be tested if you are at high risk.
To pamper your feet, wear new shoes for only a few hours and check for any areas that might be rubbing.
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