Type 2 diabetes can develop gradually and may be present for years without any noticeable symptoms. Therefore, awareness of risk factors is essential. Individuals who believe they may be at risk should not overlook these indicators, as early diagnosis allows for timely intervention and significantly improves long-term health outcomes.
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Diabetes affects the body slowly and often without early warning. Over time, high blood sugar can damage major organs and body systems, leading to serious complications.
Heart and Blood Vessels
Increases the risk of heart attack, stroke, high blood pressure, and poor circulation, especially in the legs.
Nerves
Can cause numbness, tingling, pain,...
Our Community Health Screening Clinic by North York Toronto Health Partners is an ongoing community initiative to bring health services to your community.
There will be a cancer and hearing screening on November 20, 2025 from 11 am - 04:00 pm at Unison Health and Community Services - Bathurst-Finch Hub...
Food plays a vital role in both preventing and managing diabetes. What we eat directly affects blood sugar levels, weight, and insulin sensitivity — the key factors in diabetes development and control.
How Food Affects Diabetes
Carbohydrates are broken down into glucose, which raises blood sugar. Insulin helps move this sugar...
Gallstones form when bile contains too much cholesterol and becomes crystallized. Poor diet, liver damage (such as from hepatitis A), and obesity increase the risk. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, jaundice, weakness, and appetite loss.
The goal of treatment is to:
Prevent new gallstones.
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