Reduce diabetes related deaths to no more than 34 per 100,000 people. Reduce diabetes related deaths to no more than 48 per 100,000 people. This means that the average age at death is 55 years for a person dying from diabetes before the age of 65. Approximately half of all Type II diabetes is preventable with weight control, including diet and exercise.
Experts recommend screening for diabetes in individuals with certain risk factors.
Major goals of diabetes treatment are to keep blood sugar as close to the normal range as possible and to prevent or delay medical complications. This management requires close attention to diet, exercise, and frequent monitoring of blood glucose.