Diabetic Care with DePaul Community Health Centers
Diabetes is a serious health condition that affects millions of people around the globe. Diabetes is a disease that occurs when your body has trouble producing or using insulin, a hormone that helps regulate blood sugar levels.
There are several types of diabetes:
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Type 1 Diabetes: The body's immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys the cells in the pancreas that produce insulin which is a hormone that plays an important role in regulating blood sugar levels. This type of diabetes requires that you take insulin daily to survive.
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Type 2 Diabetes: Your body has trouble keeping blood sugar at normal levels, because it has difficulty using insulin well. This type develops over many years. What makes this type dangerous is you may not notice any symptoms. Because of this, you should get your blood sugar tested regularly.
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Gestational Diabetes: This type develops during pregnancy even if you have never had diabetes. It normally goes away after your baby is born, however, it does increase the risk of type 2 diabetes.
Are you at risk?
Pay attention to your body! Contact us today if you experience any of the following:
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Frequent urination
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Increased thirst
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Blurred vision
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Fatigue
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Slow-healing sores
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Numbness or tingling in hands or feet
Early diagnosis and management are crucial for preventing serious complications of diabetes. Left untreated, you are increasing your chances of serious complications such as:
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Heart disease
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Stroke
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Kidney disease
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Nerve damage
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Amputations
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Blindness
Let's work together.
Don’t wait for the symptoms. Visit the nearest health center today for FREE preventative care tips.
If you are a person living with diabetes, our experienced providers can help you with FREE RESOURCES AND TOOLS and personalized care plans, including:
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Regular checkups and blood sugar monitoring
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Medication management
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Nutrition counseling
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Exercise guidance
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Education on diabetes self-management
