There are 20.8 million children and adults in the United States, or 7% of the population, who have diabetes. While an estimated 14.6 million have been diagnosed with diabetes, unfortunately, 6.2 million people (or nearly one-third) are unaware that they have the disease.

If you think you might have diabetes, contact your family doctor immediately. There are various tests that can be done to see if you have pre-diabetes or diabetes. Remember, early detection is critical. Your physician can be extremely helpful in making suggestions for changes in your diet and recommend ways to help increase your level of physical activity which in some cases, might even be able to help return your blood glucose levels to the normal range. There are also various prescription medications available to help keep diabetes under control. Consult your physician as to which one is right for you, if needed.