Diabetes Management

American Indian and Alaska Native adults are almost 3 time more likely to have type 2 diabetes, according to the CDC.

People with diabetes can experience complications including heart disease and stroke, blindness, chronic kidney disease and amputations. But people with diabetes, working with their support team and health care providers, can take steps to control the disease and lower the risk of complications.

Many people don’t know they have diabetes because in the early stages there are no symptoms, or the symptoms develop so slowly they don’t notice them. Here are the symptoms to look for:

• Very thirsty
• Tiredness
• Blurred vision
• Tingling in hands or feet
• Urinating more
• Weight loss
• Frequent infections
• Red, swollen or tender gums

Take your body’s hints seriously. Contact your doctor if you have any of these symptoms.

Managing your diabetes means taking care of the whole person. We offer a variety of services to provide a basis for good health.

• Nursing Consultation
• Nutrition Education
• Tobacco Cessation
• Fitness Personal Trainer
• Dental Care
• Podiatry Services
• Blood Glucose Meters

If you are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes, you may be able to prevent or delay it. Stay at a healthy weight, eat well and be active. We’re here to answer questions and provide the support you need to live a long, healthy life.