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Your Guide to Diabetes: Type 1 and Type 2

Introduction

Your doctor says you have diabetes. You can learn how to take care of your diabetes and how to prevent some of the serious problems that diabetes can cause. You may want to share this booklet with your family and friends so they too will understand more about diabetes and how they can help you live a healthy life. And remember, you can always ask your health care team any questions you might have.

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You can learn how to take care of your diabetes.

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