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Understanding diabetes
A fact sheet outlining what diabetes is, the risk factors for type 2 diabetes and the health benefits of controlling blood glucose levels.
What is diabetes
Diabetes is a serious complex condition which can affect the entire body. Diabetes requires daily self care and if complications develop, diabetes can have a significant impact on quality of life and can reduce life expectancy.
Diabetes
Diabetes refers to a group of diseases that can cause high levels of glucose (a type of sugar) in the blood.
What we’re doing about diabetes
Diabetes is a chronic condition that is common in Australia and around the world. It is a serious condition that can affect quality of life.
What is diabetes?
Diabetes, also known as diabetes mellitus, happens when the glucose in your blood stays high. Everybody has glucose in their blood. It’s in the food we eat. It provides energy for our muscles, organs and brain to work, think and play.

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