Take Steps to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes 

Take Action!

Talk to a doctor about your diabetes risk.
Use this tool to find out if you are at risk for diabetes. Print out the results and take them to your next checkup.

• Ask your doctor or nurse these questions about how to prevent type 2 diabetes.
• If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, talk to your doctor or midwife about gestational (“jes-TAY-shon-al”) diabetes. Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that can develop during pregnancy.

What about cost?
The Affordable Care Act, the health care reform law passed in 2010, covers these services related to diabetes risk:

• Diabetes screening for adults with high blood pressure
• Diet counseling for adults at higher risk for chronic disease

Depending on your insurance plan, you may be able to get these services at no cost to you. Check with your insurance provider to find out what’s included in your plan.

For information about other services covered by the Affordable Care Act, visit HealthCare.gov.