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Coronavirus in Latinos with Diabetes: Emergency Preparation and Response
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Coronavirus in Latinos with Diabetes: Emergency Preparation and Response
COVID-19/Coronavirus is a new and serious threat to everyone but especially Hispanic/Latino people with type 2 diabetes if their blood sugars are high.
Fortunately, all of us can take simple steps to reduce our risk of catching COVID-19 and, if someone with diabetes develops COVID-19, there are important, practical steps to take immediately, as the virus can make diabetes more difficult to control.
If you have diabetes
High blood sugar levels increase the risks from COVID-19 for people who have type 2 diabetes.
If your HbA1c is high (above 8.5%), discuss with your doctor as a matter of urgency.
We are here to help
- Do you have a comment or question related to diabetes and/or COVID-19?
Send a text in English or Spanish to 805-350-8730; we aim to text a response within 24 hours. - Do you need medical advice or assistance?
Call your doctor. - Is this an emergency?
Call 911. - Do you want daily updates?
Check latinodiabetes.sansum.org
Stay safe and well.
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The goal of LatinoDiabetes.net is to present relevant and easily accessible information pertinent to Latino individuals and families living with or at risk of diabetes. Latinodiabetes.net is an initiative of Mil Familias, a program of Sansum Diabetes Research Institute, which strives to improve the lives of Latino families affected by diabetes through research, education, and care.
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