Type 2 Diabetes - Current Modalities and Treatments

Course Summary

Without proper prevention and lifestyle adjustments, people diagnosed with prediabetic states will likely progress to type 2 diabetes. The development of type 2 diabetes is not inevitable. Choosing a healthy lifestyle and being motivated to improve health, such as being physically active and maintaining a healthy weight can help a person maintain normal blood glucose levels. The American Diabetes Association recommends routine screening for type 2 diabetes beginning at age 45 especially for people who are overweight. Individuals who have normal screening test results should repeat screening every three years. Screening is also recommended for people who are under 45 and overweight if there are other diabetes risk factors and other comorbid and/or family risk factors. In the United States the prevalence of diabetes tends to vary according to socioeconomic and other factors. There is an ongoing need for provider-patient education and engagement to improve patient guidance and adherence with proper treatment.