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The American Diabetes Association aims to create awareness and education about diabetes, break down stereotypes and correct misunderstandings about the disease. For anyone diagnosed with diabetes, it impacts nearly every daily decision—from what they'll eat, wear and do, to how they'll take care of themselves.
Type 1 diabetes occurs at every age and in people of every race, shape and size. In type 1 diabetes, the body does not produce insulin. With the help of insulin therapy and other treatments, everyone can learn to manage their condition and live long, healthy lives.
Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. It is where your body doesn’t use insulin properly. The two keys to managing type 2 diabetes are a healthy diet and exercise. Medication or insulin treatment can also help you manage it.
Diabetes is the leading cause of vision loss in people ages 18-64. There are no obvious signs or symptoms. However, an annual routine eye exam could prevent 95% of vision loss caused by diabetes.
Learn the facts at diabetes.org or healthwise.net/hennepin.