Diabetes is not only a blood-sugar issue. Long-term metabolic health and other risk factors can affect cardiovascular risk, which is why diabetes care often includes attention to blood pressure, cholesterol, weight, activity and tobacco use.
Key areas to discuss with your care team
- Blood glucose monitoring and treatment.
- Blood pressure checks.
- Cholesterol assessment when appropriate.
- Balanced eating and regular movement.
- Tobacco avoidance.
- Medication adherence and follow-up.
WHO identifies raised blood glucose, raised blood lipids and overweight or obesity as important intermediate cardiovascular risk factors. WHO cardiovascular disease information.
Related reading: Metabolic health in India.
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Health note: Never change diabetes medicines or insulin doses without medical guidance.
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