Type 2 Diabetes Resource Center

A diagnosis of diabetes can be overwhelming and frightening for many reasons and if not managed well, can lead to life-threatening complications. Because diabetes involves something that is so basic to our existence — food — it can seem to control our lives.

In managing this disease, your challenge — and your goal — is to take control of the disease

as quickly as possible and be your own best advocate.

Because diabetes typically begins subtly, the average time it takes to diagnosis it is five years from onset to diagnosis - most people are diagnosed after a rountine blood sugar check during a physical or health screening. Symptoms related to diabetes, including weight loss, do not occur early on.

The good news about this type of diabetes is that with good sugar control, these complications can be prevented or managed.

Where to find information

Start with your doctor and  the diabetes educator at your local health center or hospital.

 You can also go to the American Diabetes Association's Web site, as well as that of the American Dietetic Association, to find information relevant to you and your family.


Blood Sugar Management  http://www.januvia.com/sitagliptin/januvia/consumer/blood-sugar-management/index.jsp?WT.svl=2?SRC=1&WT.srch=1&WT.mc_id=JA80G

http://www.everydayhealth.com/health-report/diabetes.aspx
If you decide to take any advice in the books or on the Web sites, I suggest you first consult your doctor to make sure the information is accurate and up to date.