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Type 2 risks

There are several known risk factors for the development of type 2 diabetes. While some factors, like age and family history, can't be modified, there are many others than can be addressed to help reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes.

Understand your risk and how to prevent type 2 diabetes Understanding the risk factors associated with type 2 is the first step to reducing your chance of developing diabetes.

Understand your risk and how to prevent type 2 diabetes

Understanding the risk factors associated with type 2 is the first step to living a better life.

  • Type 2 risk factors

    There are a number of risk factors to consider, from ethnicity to your medical history to the medications you are taking.

  • CANRISK test

    Knowledge is power! Take the test to assess your type 2 diabetes risk in two minutes or less.

  • Type 2 prevention

    Making small changes when it comes to modifiable risk factors can go a long way to helping delay or prevent type 2 diabetes.

Decreasing your risk of developing type 2 diabetes may involve changing some habits and behaviours. And that's not always easy. But even if you've been told that you have prediabetes or that you are predisposed to developing type 2 diabetes, there are often still things you can do to reduce your risk. Diabetes Canada is here to support you every step of the way.

We're here to help

We're Canada's largest resource hub for people with diabetes. Familiarize yourself with our programs and services and get the support you need to help manage diabetes.

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Contact us for support

For more information, support and to help you find diabetes services in your area.

General inquiries

1-800-BANTING (226-8464)

info@diabetes.ca

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