Today, Tuesday March 24, is the 21st Annual American Diabetes Alert Day. It is a great day to learn about Diabetes, how it can be managed, and how devastating it can be if left untreated.
More importantly, it is the perfect opportunity to check yourself and loved ones using a free "Diabetes Risk Calculator". The tool is quick, easy, painless and involves answering some fairly quick questions. Please, it takes only about a minute to complete. We have provided it in the sidebar here, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association (ADA) or you can complete it on their homepage if you wish.
And just in case you don't think you or someone you care about might not be affected, the ADA states on their website:
Everyone should be aware of the risk factors for type 2 diabetes. People who are overweight, under active (living a sedentary lifestyle), and over the age of 45 should consider themselves at risk for the disease. African Americans, Latinos, Native Americans, and people who have a family history of the disease are at an increased risk for type 2 diabetes.
You can become involved in the fight against this deadly disease. One way is to check the ADA's map to help you find local events near you. Another is to become a Volunteer or a Corporate Sponsor. But if nothing else, be sure to start with yourself. Take the test.
Links in this post:
American Diabetes Association
Become a Volunteer
Become a Corporate Sponsor.
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