COMMUNITY

Demographically, there are ethnic groups that are more susceptible to the onset of diabetes.  These groups include African Americans, American Indians, and Mexicans/Hispanics.  Researchers believe that there is a gene responsible for affecting insulin function and while the ethnicities mentioned are at a lower risk for type 1 diabetes, they are at a higher risk for type 2.
INTERVENTION: Being aware of the risks that are associated with an individuals culture can really help in knowing what factors to look for when trying to stay healthy.  Another big issue is eating right and giving your body the proper nutrients to maintain regulatory insulin productivity.  Healthy foods need to be accessible especially for individuals with a high risk.

If an individual has high blood pressure, they are at a much higher risk for the onset of diabetes than people who do not.  Hypertension is another very common health issue in the United States and very often goes hand in hand with type 2 diabetes.
INTERVENTION: The USPSTF has a grade B recommendation for all asymptomatic adults with sustained blood pressure greater than 135/80 mmHg to get screened for type 2 diabetes.