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DISEASES AND

PREVENTION

Diabetes

Diabetes is a condition in which the
blood sugar or blood glucose level is
too high. There are two types:

Diabetes 1 in which the body does not
create insulin.

Diabetes 2 wherein the body does not
use insulin well.

Treatment and Prevention

 Regular blood sugar monitoring

 Insulin therapy
 Prescribed medications

 Lifestyle changes:

 Regular exercise

 Eating a balanced diet

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