Understanding diabetes

Diabetes is an increasingly common and serious condition for which there is no cure. It is, however, a very manageable condition. If you are concerned that you might have symptoms of diabetes, explore our in-depth information about type 1 diabetes and the more common type 2 diabetes. Understanding is the key to reaching a diagnosis and finding the right treatment. The more you know, the easier it will be to make diabetes a very livable condition.

What is type 1 diabetes?

Type 1 diabetes develops when your body makes little or no insulin. When this happens, glucose can't get into the cells for energy and remains in the blood. It affects about 1 in 250 people in the United States, and occurs equally among women and men. more >>

Type 2 diabetes

Over 90% of people with diabetes have the type 2 kind. Type 2 diabetes is also called noninsulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) or adult-onset diabetes. Although children may have type 2 diabetes, it more commonly starts after age 30 and becomes more common with age. About 15% of people over 70 have type 2 diabetes. more >>

Living healthy

Support Groups

Visit our Diabetes Support Group Database and get personal assistance for you or your loved ones. There are experienced health care professionals in your community that are well-prepared to provide care.

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