More than 21 million people have diabetes. A third of those people do not even know that they have it.
Are You At Risk?
You are 45 or older.
You are overweight.
You have high blood pressure or high triglycerides.
A member of your immediate family has diabetes.
You are Latino, African American, Native American, Asian American or Pacific Islander.
You've had a baby weighing more than 9 pounds or were diagnosed with gestational diabetes during your pregnancy.
What's New
Tips for Disposing of Needles (.pdf)
Tips for safely disposing of needles and syringes after insulin injection, includes contact information for California Bay Area disposal agencies.
Self-Management Questionnaire (.pdf)
Your answers can help your primary care physician understand how you are managing your diabetes and what you can do to improve your health.
Sick Day Guidelines for People with Diabetes — Getting the flu poses special risks for diabetics. Find out how to maintain your blood sugar when you're sick.
Type 2 Diabetes and Your Diet
Listen to this streaming audio presentation from Diane Lesnick, diabetes educator. (Windows Media files)
To schedule an appointment, call:
Nutrition-Diabetes Education in Palo Alto and Redwood City
650-853-2961
Nutrition-Diabetes Education
Fremont Center
510-498-2184