Diabetes Navigator

What Is Type 2 Diabetes?

Type 2 diabetes is a complex disease that can lead to long-term health problems. A basic awareness of the common signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes and its related conditions can provide information to help patients recognize and decrease the risk for serious complications. It is important to find a health care professional to help diagnose your condition and address your questions and concerns.

  • The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offer a to help you better understand the disease and the number of people it impacts across the U.S. The fact sheet also contains valuable information about the risks and complications associated with diabetes
  • The International Diabetes Federation explains the , providing a big picture view of the impact and reach of the disease
  • The American Diabetes Association provides a of diabetes basics, as well as an interactive to help you calculate your risk for diabetes, heart attack and stroke
  • The National Diabetes Education Program shares and figures about diabetes and offers to understanding the disease
  • WebMD provides a and key for type 2 diabetes
  • The American Association of Diabetes Educators' “” brochure will help you learn more about controlling your A (A1C), B (Blood Pressure) and C (Cholesterol) in order to reach your health and management goals