American Diabetes Association- WI


This blog site will be used to update people in WI about all things related to current events with the WI chapter of the American Diabetes Association. Stay tuned!

Our Mission: To prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.

The American Diabetes Association is leading the fight to change the future of diabetes:
  • Offering free resources in English and Spanish at www.diabetes.org 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383).
  • Publishing the most reliable source of diabetes information through books, journals, magazines, and videos.
  • Funding more than $42 million in research for a cure each year through the American Diabetes Association Research Foundation.
  • Providing community-based programs that address the disproportionately high incidence of diabetes among African Americans, Native Americans and Hispanics/Latinos.
  • Offering programs and networking opportunities for children with diabetes and their families such as ADA Diabetes Camp and PlanetD – an online community where youth explore, discover, and connect with other youth who have diabetes.
  • Fighting to end discrimination against people with diabetes and advocating for increased federal funding for diabetes research.

Here at the Wisconsin chapter of the American Diabetes Association:
  • We are the American Diabetes Association of Wisconsin and our mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.
  • The site includes information about all of our events. Each individual page tells about an event and contains links to more information as well as our official American Diabetes Association sign up pages.
  • This blog portion of this site is for all people affected by diabetes.  Whether it be a personal struggle, family members, or friends, we encourage you to tell your stories here. Good, bad, happy, or sad we’re hoping you’ll share it all with us. Do you have a personal story? Send it in to diabeteswi@gmail.com.
  • This page is run by the American Diabetes Association Wisconsin office and is here to help share the stories of individuals. The stories and articles here do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American Diabetes Association and no information on this website should be taken or referred to as health or medical advice. As always, please consult with a medical professional before attempting any changes in diet or medication.
  • For more information on diabetes and diabetes related information, please visit http://www.diabetes.org/.

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American Diabetes Association Type 2 Diabetes Risk Test

Type 2 Diabetes Risk Test

You're Our Hero.

We mean it.

This test was designed by the American Diabetes Association and, just by being here, you've taken the first step toward knowing your risk for type 2 diabetes. That's important, because every person who knows their risk for type 2 makes one more person with the power to stop it.

So, c'mon. You're less than 10 questions away from making a difference.

Examen de Riesgo de la Diabetes
Let's Start
  • Why we ask:
  • Men are more likely to develop heart disease than women, which can increase their risk for diabetes.
  • You are at a higher risk for type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke the older you are.
You are:
How old are you?

Sorry, you're a bit too young to be taking this test. You can still use the 'Like' button below to tell your family about this test.

Just so you know, this test was designed to be most accurate for people 20 and older. A doctor's appointment is always your best way to know your risk for sure.

  • Why we ask:
  • Women who had pregnancy-related diabetes are up to 7 times more likely to develop type 2 diabetes than women who hadn't.
  • A family history of diabetes could mean you're genetically vulnerable, putting you at higher risk for it.
  • People of certain racial and ethnic groups are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes than others.
Have you ever developed diabetes during pregnancy?
Does anyone in your immediate family have diabetes?
What race or ethnicity best describes you?
  • Why we ask:
  • The combination of your weight and height lets us know your Body Mass Index or BMI. People with higher BMIs are at higher risk.
How tall are you? Round to the closest number if you're something in between.
How much do you weigh? Don't worry, it's just between us.
How tall are you? Round to the closest number if you're something in between.
How much do you weigh? Don't worry, it's just between us.
  • Why we ask:
  • Having high blood pressure contributes to your overall risk.
  • Your activity level can decrease your risk, depending on the amount.
Has a doctor or other health professional ever said that you had hypertension, also known as high blood pressure?
Compared with most men or women your age, you are:

Everyone Should
Know Their Risk.

You can help. Tell your friends and family that you took the Diabetes Risk Test to assess your risk for type 2 diabetes and that they should too. And don't worry, your results won't be mentioned.

LOWER YOUR RISK FACT SHEET

(PDF Download)

Start test over

That was pretty painless right?

  • You have none. Keep up what you're doing and be sure to pass this test along to your friends and family.
  • Age over 45 years
  • Race or ethnic background
  • Family history of diabetes
  • History of gestational diabetes
  • Low physical activity level
  • High blood pressure
  • Being very overweight compared to your height (Body Mass Index). Your BMI is .
  • Control what you can. You can't do anything about aging, but you can
    become more active and eat healthier.
  • Learn how to get started here.

Milwaukee Address: 375 Bishops Way, Suite 220 Brookfield, WI 53005
Madison Address: 2800 Royal Avenue, Suite 207 Madison, WI 53713