Diabetes

What is Diabetes?

Diabetes, also called diabetes mellitus, is a condition that causes blood sugar to rise. Untreated diabetes can lead to serious medical problems, including cardiovascular disease.

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Living with Type 2 diabetes?

Get monthly science-based diabetes and heart-healthy tips in your inbox. Know Diabetes by Heart raises awareness that living with Type 2 diabetes increases risk for heart disease and stroke – and that people should talk with their doctor at their next appointment about ways to reduce risk.

Take the CPR Challenge To Save Lives

Nearly 3 out of 4 cardiac arrests that don't happen in hospitals, happen in homes. You can help change this statistic. Join American Heart Association's challenge to the be the one in your household to learn CPR. Be the beat for someone you love.

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Get the Facts About the COVID-19 Vaccine

Every vaccination brings us closer to a future free of COVID-19. Based on the best science, vaccines are safe, effective and protect you, your loved ones and community.

Doctor, It's Been Too Long.

Loving your family means making sure your parents, tíos and abuelos maintain their doctor's appointments. It's time to check up on your health, and the health of those you love.

Support That Empowers

Recovery becomes so much more manageable when you have the right kind of emotional support. Our online community of patients, survivors and caregivers is here to keep you going no matter the obstacles. We’ve been there, and we won’t let you go it alone.

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