Diabetes is a global pandemic affecting people of every age. Whether you’ve been affected directly through a diagnosis or supporting a loved one, it’s necessary to spread diabetes prevention awareness, and our team at J & D Ultracare invites you to join us for American Diabetes Month. We’re committed to connecting clients with health care professionals through our nursing staff agency. Here, you’ll find everything you need to know about diabetes, including vital lifestyle changes you can make to prevent it.

What Is Diabetes?

Diabetes is a disease that affects over 30 million Americans. There are over 84 million prediabetics, and it’s the seventh leading cause of death. It occurs when blood glucose levels are too high. Blood glucose is your body’s primary energy source and is channeled through cells by insulin. People living with diabetes don’t create enough insulin, depriving their cells of energy. There are three forms — Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, and gestational diabetes. In Type 1, the immune system eliminates insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. In Type 2, the body doesn’t use insulin efficiently. Gestational diabetes occurs when a woman is pregnant.

What Are the Dangers?

Diabetes is tied to several dangerous and fatal health complications. You’re more susceptible to cardiovascular issues, nerve damage, eye damage, and stroke. People may lose limbs as nerves die, develop high blood pressure, and other serious health problems. Whether you’re at risk or already living with diabetes, the team at our nursing staff agency is committed to helping clients adopt healthy habits.

How Do I Prevent Diabetes?

The key to diabetes prevention is lifestyle changes. Whether on your own or with a nurse or caregiver, you need to develop a prevention plan geared toward reducing body fat, staying hydrated, exercising, and eating healthy. Do your best to eat sugar in moderation, and always stick to a health checkup schedule with your physician. Diabetes can manifest at any age, so help children and adults alike make the necessary changes.

By spreading the word, you can help reduce the global prevalence of diabetes. If you need medical assistance or are a pediatric nurse looking for job opportunities, turn to our team at J & D Ultracare. We’re proud to serve residents of Suffern, NY, Monroe, White Plains, and Westchester and Orange Counties. You can explore jobs at our nursing staff agency on our website or call (845) 357-4500. Follow us on Facebook for regular news and nursing staff agency updates.