Understanding T2D & Getting Started

​Find answers to common questions about a new type 2 diabetes diagnosis, including what your diagnosis means and what to expect as you get started.

Learn what prediabetes means, how it relates to type 2 diabetes, and practical steps you can take to reduce your risk of developing T2D.

Learn why blood glucose monitoring may be recommended, how to check your levels, and what your readings can tell you about your diabetes.

Understand what causes high and low blood glucose, how they may affect you, and what you can do when your blood sugar is outside your target range.

Learn about the different types of medications used to manage type 2 diabetes, how they work, and what you may want to discuss with your healthcare team.

Learn about the different types of insulin, when they are used, how they work, and practical tips for using insulin as part of your diabetes care.

Learn about common tests used to monitor diabetes and what your results can tell you about your blood glucose and overall health.