Type 2 Diabetes for Hmong Youth
Four facts to think about:
1. Type 2 Diabetes, which is the more common form in the Hmong-American community, is a preventable disease for most people.
2. Obesity is a major risk factor for Type 2 Diabetes.
3. The Hmong-American community has a higher rate of Type 2 Diabetes than the general population.
4. Once a diagnosis has been made by a doctor, Type 2 Diabetes is a lifelong disease, but you can control your blood sugars by medication, diet and exercise
