Risk Factors
Prediabetes and type 2 diabetes share many risk factors, such as being overweight, being 45 years or older, and being physically active less than 3 times a week. In fact, prediabetes is a major risk factor for type 2 diabetes. Find out what you can do to lower your risk and improve your health.
Season 2 Videos
Diabetes & Smoking: A Dangerous Duo
Smokers are at greater risk for developing type 2 diabetes and other complications.
Risk Factors for Type 2 Diabetes (30 seconds)
Older age, obesity, family history. Find out what else increases your risk.
Season 1 Videos
Know the Risk Factors
Got any risk factors for type 2 diabetes? Here’s how you can prevent or delay it.
Diabetes & Smoking
Diabetes and smoking are double trouble. Find out the many benefits of being a quitter.
Page last reviewed: September 19, 2017
Content source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention