Fact Sheets

Type 1 Diabetes
A chronic disease in which the body makes little to no insulin, resulting in high blood glucose levels
Type 2 Diabetes
A chronic disease in which the body is unable to properly make use of insulin, leading to high blood glucose levels.
Diabetes
Diabetes is a condition in which the body either does not produce insulin or does not use it properly. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Diabetic Eye Disease
Poorly managed diabetes can cause several diabetic eye diseases—including diabetic retinopathy, diabetic macular edema, cataracts and glaucoma. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Gestational Diabetes
Gestational diabetes is glucose intolerance that develops during pregnancy, worrisome because it can affect the health of both mother and baby.
Chronic Kidney Disease
A disease in which damage to the kidneys renders them unable to properly filter waste and toxins from the blood.
Peripheral Neuropathy
When the peripheral nerves (nerves located outside of the brain and spinal cord) become damaged and do not work properly.
Neuropathy
Neuropathy, which can cause burning or shooting pain and weakness, is caused by damage to the nervous system.
Short Stature (Growth Disorders) in Children
Some children who aren't growing as expected are diagnosed with short stature. Here's what parents need to know about this condition.
Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
Acute kidney injury is an episode of sudden kidney damage or failure.