November is National Diabetes Month

Take Action to Prevent Diabetes Health Problems

November is National Diabetes Month

 

November is National Diabetes Month. This year’s focus is on taking action to prevent diabetes health problems.

Diabetes is a disease that occurs when your blood glucose, also called blood sugar, is too high.

It affects about 37 million Americans, including adults and youth. Diabetes can damage the eyes, kidneys, nerves, and heart, and it is linked to some types of cancer.

But there’s also good news: Taking charge of your health may help you prevent diabetes health problems.

For more information, visit: https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/community-health-outreach/national-diabetes-month