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
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  • 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

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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.