Is Diabetes a Problem

Diabetes is a major cause of blindness, kidney failure, heart attacks, stroke and lower limb amputation. Between 2000 and 2016, there was a 5% increase in premature mortality from diabetes. In 2019, diabetes was the ninth leading cause of death with an estimated 1.5 million deaths directly caused by diabetes.

Is diabetes a serious disease?

Yes, it’s possible that if diabetes remains undiagnosed and uncontrolled (severely high or severely low glucose levels) it can cause devastating harm to your body. Diabetes can cause heart attack, heart failure, stroke, kidney failure and coma. These complications can lead to your death.

Is diabetes good or bad?

Diabetes is serious, but you can learn to manage it! It’s not easy, but it’s worth it! All people with diabetes need to make healthy food choices, stay at a healthy weight and move more every day. Taking good care of yourself and your diabetes can help you feel better.