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ABC News Medical Correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton takes a closer look at the new data from the CDC on pre-diabetes in kids.
The new federal estimates are spurring concerns about the health of U.S. children — and the way Trump administration health ...
Maternal diabetes also increases risk of diabetes in children. Black, Hispanic/Latino, Asian, Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native young people had higher rates of Type 2.
Type 2 diabetes was long thought to be an adult disease, but more young people are being diagnosed with it. Learn about type 2 diabetes in children and teens.
Children -- especially teens -- may have a tough time making changes to prevent or manage type 2 diabetes. Here are some ways you can help: Talk with your child honestly about health and weight.
Diabetes in children, commonly referred to as juvenile diabetes, primarily includes Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the body’s immune system ...
Physical activity is important for children's overall health, and it is no different for those with type 1 diabetes. Engaging in regular exercise and sports can help control blood sugar levels ...
Recognize the signs of type 1 diabetes in children, including drowsiness, thirst, and fruity breath. Learn when to seek medical help for this autoimmune disorder.
Although far fewer children have type 2 diabetes, the disease is increasing faster than type 1. Between 2002 and 2012, the rate of type 2 diabetes increased 4.8 percent a year.