Is type 2 diabetes putting your or a loved one’s heart at risk?

 ♥ If you have type 2 diabetes, understanding

your risk for heart disease is one of the most

important things you can do—for the sake of

your health and the people you cherish most.

♥ But the good news is, the sooner you

understand your risk, the sooner you can

talk to your healthcare provider to learn more

about the link between type 2 diabetes and

heart disease. Learn about the connection.

Recognize your risk. Talk to your

healthcare provider. Spread the word.

The sooner the better.

♥  That is because people with diabetes are

two to four times more likely to develop

cardiovascular disease than people without

diabetes.1 That means you may have a higher

chance of having heart disease, stroke or even

dying—precious time lost with those who

mean the most.

♥ Scheduling an appointment with your

healthcare provider is an important first step

to addressing the link between type 2 diabetes

and heart disease.