Diabetes Management
Long-Term Complications of Diabetes; Photo of woman
Over time, high blood sugar levels can damage blood vessels. This can lead to health problems (complications). Keeping your blood sugar in your target ranges can help prevent or delay complications. More
A Workable Guide to Managing Type 2 Diabetes
Understanding Diabetes
Understanding Diabetes
When you have diabetes, your body has trouble using the energy from the food you eat.
Newly Diagnosed
For the Newly Diagnosed
You may feel overwhelmed to know you have diabetes, but remember -- it's a condition that can be successfully managed.
Long-Term Complications
Long-Term Complications
High blood sugar levels eventually can cause serious health problems. Keeping your blood sugar under control can help prevent or delay complications.
Taking Control
Taking Control
By working with your health care team, you can take charge of your condition. Healthy lifestyle changes can make a big difference.
Type 2 Diabetes in Children
Type 2 Diabetes in Children
With obesity on the increase in children, type 2 diabetes and other health problems in youngsters are also on the rise.
Diabetes During Pregnancy
Diabetes During Pregnancy
Sometimes changes in your body when you're pregnant cause your blood sugar to rise. This is called gestational diabetes.
Know Your Risks
Type 2 Diabetes Risk Assessment

The questions in this assessment ask about risk factors—conditions that may put you at risk for developing type 2 diabetes. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) states that the more risk factors you have, the more likely you are to develop diabetes.