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Know About Diabetes

- In 2009, diabetes was the 6th leading cause of death in the United States.
- Diabetes can cause many other health problems.
- Getting treatment early is very important to stop any further damage caused by diabetes.

Warning Signs of Diabetes:
- blurred vision
- increased thirst or the need to urinate
- feeling tired or ill
- recurring skin, gum, or bladder infections
- dry, itchy skin
- unexpected weight loss
- slow-healing cuts or bruises
- loss of feeling in the feet or tingling feet

Major Health Problems Caused by Diabetes:
- stroke
- eye damage
- heart attack
- kidney damage
- impotence/difficulty passing urine
- numbness and reduced blood supply to the feet

What can you do?
- Watch your weight
- Choose healthful food choices
- Move (if able) as much as you can
- Be aware of the Warning Signs of Diabetes and act early!!!
- Remember: See your doctor and ask questions about your health!
- KNOWING is POWER!!!!