Diabetes is a chronic (long-lasting) disease that affects how your body turns food into energy. There are three main types of diabetes: type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes (diabetes while pregnant). More than 122 million Americans are living with diabetes.
Remember, if you have diabetes, you are not alone. There are people here in Virginia who can help. To find out more, consider attending a group class near you. Together, you and your neighbors can learn more about diabetes and how to live a healthier life.
