Diabetes Mellitus

 

Diabetes Risk Calculator


Enter your information in the calculator below to determine your diabetes risk profile.

Age:
Under 45
45-64
65 or over

Height:
Feet Inches

Weight:
Pounds

If you are a woman, have you been diagnosed with gestational diabetes or have you had a baby weighing more than nine pounds at birth?
Yes
No

Have you had a brother, sister, or parent diagnosed with diabetes?
No
One close relative has diabetes
Two or more close relatives have diabetes

If you are under 65 years of age, do you engage in a regular moderate to vigorous exercise regimen?
Yes
No

Your diabetes risk assessment:

Calculator adapted from Herman WH, et al. A new and simple questionnaire to identify people at incrased risk for undiagnosed diabetes. Diabetes Care 1995; 18(3): 382-387.
Your Diabetes Risk What it Means
Low risk You are minimizing your risk for developing diabetes!  Keep your weight under control by maintaining a balanced, healthy diet and a regular exercise regimen.  Assess your risk frequently to see if you’re still on the right track.
Medium risk You are at moderate risk for developing diabetes.  See your doctor for a full risk assessment and possible diabetes testing.  Reduce your risk with a healthy diet and regular exercise.
High risk You are at high risk for developing diabetes.  See your doctor for diabetes testing soon.  It is important to keep your other risk factors in check by maintaining a healthy diet and regular exercise regimen.

 

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