Diabetes Simplified

What causes type 1 diabetes?

Researchers believe type 1 diabetes develops when a virus or toxin damages the pancreas or causes the body's immune system to attack the pancreas (called an autoimmune reaction). more >>

Facts about type 2 diabetes

Over 90% of people with diabetes have the type 2 kind. Although children may have type 2 diabetes, it more commonly starts after age 30 and becomes more common with age. more >>

Pre-diabetes

You - we - all need to do a much better job in preventing diabetes because if you don't, then you'll suffer gravely as a result. more >>

All about diabetes

In the United States, almost 21 million people have diabetes, and over one-third of adults... More >>

Monitoring blood glucose levels

A blood glucose meter is used to test blood glucose at home and determine whether blood glucose... More >>

Health Tip

Breast cancer is not just a woman’s disease. Men, often between 50 and 60 years old, can develop it as well. Like women, men can reduce the risk by avoiding heavy alcohol use and by not being overweight.

Complications of diabetes

Diabetes and your eyes
Over 20 million Americans have diabetes. It is the leading cause of blindness in North Americans under 65 years of age.
Be "sweet" to yourself
You can help manage IGT with these nutrition tips
Are you at risk for a stroke?
While anyone can have a stroke, including young, healthy people, some of us are more at risk.

Medications used to treat diabetes

Featured Associations

American Diabetes Association
Cure - Care - Commitment
National Alliance of Blind Students
Supporting Students; Encouraging Leadership
The Kidney Transplant/Dialysis Association
Patients Helping Patients

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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