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Risk tool for diabetes

November 30, 2011

Share Content via Healthfinder.gov Talk to a doctor about your diabetes risk. Use this tool to find out if you are at risk for diabetes. Print out the results and take them to your next checkup. Ask your doctor or nurse these questions about how to prevent diabetes. What about cost? The new Affordable Care [...]

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Watch your weight & prevent type 2 diabetes

November 17, 2011

Share Content via Healthfinder.gov Watch your weight. Studies show that losing just 7 percent of your body weight can lower your risk of getting type 2 diabetes. If you weigh 200 pounds, 7 percent of your body weight is 14 pounds. Try keeping a diary where you write down: Your weight Foods you eat today [...]

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What is pre-diabetes?

November 13, 2011

Share Content via Healthfinder.gov Pre-diabetes means your blood glucose level is higher than normal. If you have pre-diabetes, you are at risk for serious health problems, like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Am I at risk for diabetes? You may be at risk for type 2 diabetes if you: Are overweight Exercise less [...]

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Know the signs of diabetes?

November 9, 2011

Share Content via Healthfinder.gov Many people with diabetes don’t know they have the disease. Some signs of diabetes include: Being very thirsty or very hungry Feeling tired for no reason Urinating (going to the bathroom) more than usual Losing weight for no reason Having sores that are slow to heal Having trouble seeing (blurry vision) [...]

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Prevent Type 2 Diabetes

November 4, 2011

Share Content via Healthfinder.gov You can do a lot to prevent or delay getting type 2 diabetes (“dy-ah-BEE-teez”), including: Watching your weight Eating healthy Staying active Controlling your blood pressure and cholesterol Quitting smoking Diabetes is one of the leading causes of disability and death in the United States. If it’s not controlled, diabetes can [...]

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Tips for choosing a child safety seat

June 18, 2011

Share via healthfinder.gov Follow these steps to protect your child. Always buckle up your child in the car. Choose a safety seat that’s right for your child’s size and age and for the car. Have your child’s safety seat inspected to be sure it’s put in the car the right way. Make sure that kids under [...]

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Stay Active as You Get Older: Quick tips

May 17, 2011

Share These tips and more at healthfinder.gov Physical activity is good for people of all ages. Staying active can help: Prevent heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and some types of cancer Improve your strength and balance so you can stay independent Keep you from getting depressed Before you begin… If you have a health [...]

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Live Well Expos

February 15, 2010

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