Today is Diabetes Alert Day—do you know your risk?

Lower your chances of developing type 2 diabetes today.

Health Information News 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, March 25, to observe 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 Eat healthy foods most of the time. You can also eat smaller portions to reduce the number of calories you eat. Move more. Get at least 30 minutes of physical activity 5 days a week. Start slowly to build up to your goal. Lose weight and keep it off. You may be able to prevent or delay diabetes by losing 5% to 7% of your starting weight.

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