Online Type 2 Diabetes Care

More than 1 in 3 Americans—approximately 96 million adults—have prediabetes, and an estimated 80% do not know it. Prediabetes often develops silently, without obvious symptoms, making early detection challenging. Because symptoms are usually mild or absent, many people do not realize they are at risk until blood sugar levels progress to type 2 diabetes.

Understanding what prediabetes is—and how to intervene early—can significantly reduce your risk of developing diabetes, especially if you have a family history or other risk factors.

About 1 in 10 Americans lives with diabetes, and the majority of those cases are type 2 diabetes. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 37 million U.S. adults have diabetes, with type 2 accounting for approximately 90–95% of cases.

Type 2 diabetes—also called type 2 diabetes mellitus—affects how the body regulates blood sugar and, if left untreated, can lead to serious complications. With early detection and evidence-based care, however, most people can successfully manage the condition and protect their long-term health.

This guide covers the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of type 2 diabetes.