Diabetes 101

37.3 million adults, or 11.3% of the population in the U.S., have diabetes according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), with 1.4 million Americans being diagnosed every year. Common diabetes health complications include heart disease, chronic kidney disease, nerve damage, and other problems with feet, oral health, vision, hearing, and mental health. Join us for a virtual discussion on the differences between prediabetes, type 1 and type 2 diabetes, how to lower your risk, and important ways to manage your diabetes once diagnosed as part of the Weill Cornell Medicine Wellness Series in partnership with the 96th Street Library. Presented by: Gwendolyne Anyanate Jack, M.D., MPH Assistant Professor of Medicine Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism at Weill Cornell Medicine Jenny Dejesus, DNP, APN-BC, ADM-BC, CDCES Staff Associate in Medicine Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism at Weill Cornell Medicine