Know Your Diabetes Risk: Take a Self Assessment

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The media never takes the time to differentiate between the two types of diabetes! They simply state that "it is on the rise". Type I is an autoimmune disease that can NOT be prevented. It is triggered by a virus or other environmental factors. You are insulin dependent from the start. Type II is a metabolic condition that is triggered by obesity and other factors. It is controlled mostly by diet and medication (pills). It is Type II only can can go on for years undetected. Please use responsibility when covering these types of stories. Misinformation is detrimental to all the small children being diagnosed with juvenile (Type I) diabetes. They did not bring this health problem onto themselves. They have to live with several fingerpricks and shots daily. The media owes them the courtesy of researching the facts between these very different diseases.

Eliza of TN 7:49AM May 25, 2010

this is a test for type II my answers total 0 which means by there standards i was not at risk...... well i am a type I and have been for 3 years, not over weight 146 lbs and 48 years old and on shots

chuck of TN 5:43AM May 25, 2010

Eugene N and Hessam, this article is not a diagnosis, it's a way to get people to go to the doctor for a diagnosis. Notwithstanding your score on this simple test, you will never go wrong by having an appointment with your doctor and asking them about your risk of diabetes...

Rich of CT 10:39AM May 21, 2010

Just a completely Short and initial test/ No promising at all( in my opinion)

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Sheree Cade of FL 12:57PM March 25, 2010

My elder daughter (25 years old) is an insulin-dependent (type I) person. I am 72 years old. Does it mean I am likely to be an undiagnosed diabetic ?

Eugene N 5:43AM March 20, 2010

I've heard of a new blood test on the market that tells you what your actual five-year risk of diabetes is. It looks at your own biology and doesn't suggest risk based upon group statistics. I believe it is called the PreDx Score. Your doctor needs to order it.

paul of CA 5:58PM March 10, 2010

One thing I recommend for maintaining a healthy weight is the Vidazorb chewable probiotics. Our family loves them and takes them every day and I have read a lot on probiotics and their benefits since they helped our son with his food allergies and Eczema! These are even safe for diabetics according to their site!

smilinggreenmom of CA 10:23AM December 08, 2009