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  Managing a Condition | DiabetiCare

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  Major Risk Factors

  Some Major Risk Factors For Diabetes Include:

  1. obesity
  2. family history of diabetes
  3. ethnic background: African American, Hispanic, Native American or Asian
  4. diagnosed with gestational diabetes or delivering a baby that weighs 9 lbs. or more
  5. high blood pressure
  6. high cholesterol or triglycerides level

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  Monitoring Your Blood Sugar

  For many people with diabetes, monitoring blood sugar readings is an important part of managing their diabetes. Here's a weekly log you can print out and use to record and track your blood sugar readings. Be sure to share the log with your doctor.
  
  Receive Your Free Glucometer

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  Know Your Benefits

  Are you aware of the coverage for diabetes education under your plan? Make sure you’re making the most of your benefits. [ more ]

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  12 Steps to Controlling Diabetes

  Gaining control over diabetes means taking care of yourself inside and out. It's easy to forget, or neglect, all the steps you should be taking. Here's a reminder of some of the steps you should be taking to assist you in controlling your diabetes.

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  Working With Your Doctor

  You and your doctor are partners in caring for your health. Be prepared when you go to your doctor’s appointment. [ more ]

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  Staying in Check

  Learn some easy steps you can take to better manage your diabetes.
  
  1. It’s important to see your doctor at least twice a year if you have diabetes.
  
  2. Have your blood pressure checked regularly and know your numbers.
  
  3. Have your cholesterol checked once a year.
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  If You Participate...

  Thanks to our Health Management Programs, members are not alone while facing the challenges of living with a chronic condition. [ more ]

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  Additional Resources

  MyDiabetes.com
  American Diabetes Association
  Diabetes Public Health Resource
  American Dietetic Association
  

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