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Are You At Risk?

Nearly 14 million Americans have diabetes and half of them don't know it. Take this test to see if you are at risk. African-Americans, Hispanics, and Native-Americans are at higher risk; if you belong to one of those groups, pay special attention to the results.

To take the test, first, look at this chart, then simply check off any answers that are true. Then click total to see the results.

Height Weight
  Women Men
4 ' 9" 134  
4' 10" 137  
4' 11" 140  
5' 0" 143  
5' 1" 146 157
5' 2" 150 160
5' 3" 154 162
5' 4" 157 165
5' 5" 161 168
5' 6" 164 172
5' 7" 168 175
5' 8" 172 179
5' 9" 175 182
5' 10" 178 186
5' 11" 182 190
6' 0"   194
6' 1"   199
6' 2"   203
6' 3"   209

This table shows weights that are 20% heavier than what is recommend for men and women with a medium frame.

Risk Assessment Test

My weight is equal to or above that listed in the chart (5 points).
I am under 65 years of age AND I get little or no exercise (5 points).
I am between 45 and 65 years of age (5 points).
I am 65 or older (9 points).
I am a woman who has had a baby weighing more than 9 pounds at birth (1 point).
I have a sister or brother with diabetes (1 point).
I have a parent with diabetes (1 point).

 
Results