Check Your Risk This Diabetes Alert Day

Could you have diabetes and not know it? About 1 in 5 American adults with diabetes are unaware that they have it. Join us today in observing Diabetes Alert Day, a one-day “wake-up call” that focuses on the seriousness of diabetes and understanding your risk.

We encourage you to find out if you—or someone you love—are at risk for type 2 diabetes by taking a quick and simple Diabetes Risk Test. You can also use our Diabetes Risk Management Calculator to help you begin planning to prevent type 2 diabetes.

Lower your chances of developing type 2 diabetes

Lose weight and keep it off. You may be able to prevent or delay diabetes by losing 5% to 7% of your starting weight.

Move more. Get at least 30 minutes of physical activity 5 days a week. Start slowly to build up to your goal.

Eat healthy foods most of the time. You can also eat smaller portions to reduce the amount of calories you eat each day and improve your health.