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Diabetics can share their experiences and make new friendships here.
Website: http://healthchapter.com/group/diabetes
Members: 24
Latest Activity: Feb 14
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A story every diabetic and doctors that treat them should read
I just want to share my father's story with you, so you know what to do if you experience the same symptoms. My goal is not to scare anyone with diabetes. My father has had diabetes II for 20 years o…
Started by stardust Feb 14.
Diabetes aspirin use questioned
Aspirin should not routinely be used to prevent heart attacks in people with diabetes, Scottish research suggests. The British Medical Journal reported that in 1,300 adults with no symptoms of heart…
Started by Michael Oct. 19, 2008.
Making Changes to Lower My Risk
Making big changes in your life is hard, especially if you are faced with more than one change. You can make it easier by taking these steps: * Make a plan to change behavior. * Decide exactly what…
Started by Krishna Sep. 17, 2008.
How can I reduce my risk?
You can do a lot to lower your chances of getting diabetes. Exercising regularly, reducing fat and calorie intake, and losing a little weight can help you reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabet…
Started by Krishna Sep. 17, 2008.
Besides being older and overweight, what other factors increase my risk for type 2 diabetes?
To find out your risk for type 2 diabetes, check each item that applies to you. * I have a parent, brother, or sister with diabetes. * My family background is Alaska Native, American Indian, African…
Started by Krishna Sep. 17, 2008.
What does having pre-diabetes mean?
Pre-diabetes means your blood glucose is higher than normal but lower than the diabetes range. It also means you are at risk for getting type 2 diabetes and heart disease. However, you can reduce the…
Started by Krishna Sep. 17, 2008.
Should I be tested for diabetes?
nyone 45 years old or older should consider getting tested for diabetes. If you are 45 or older and overweight—see the BMI chart—getting tested is strongly recommended. If you are younger than 45, ov…
Started by Krishna Sep. 17, 2008.
What are the signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes?
More than 6 million people in the United States have type 2 diabetes and do not know it. Many have no signs or symptoms. Symptoms can also be so mild that you might not even notice them. Some people…
Started by Krishna Sep. 17, 2008.
Types of Diabetes
he three main kinds of diabetes are type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes. Type 1 Diabetes Type 1 diabetes, formerly called juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes, is usually first diagn…
Started by Krishna Sep. 17, 2008.
Can type 2 diabetes be prevented?
Research has demonstrated that people at risk for type 2 diabetes can prevent or delay developing type 2 diabetes by losing a little weight. The results of the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) showe…
Started by Krishna Sep. 17, 2008.
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Comment by ihatesnow on September 21, 2009 at 11:17am - check out this research group http://boinc.bakerlab.org/rosetta/
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Comment by HealthChapter Team on February 25, 2009 at 8:21am - Welcome to all Diabetics. Share your stories here.
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