Diabetes Resources
If you are an African American with type 2 diabetes, know that you are not alone. In addition to others around you who
are also living with the disease, there are resources available to help you on your journey. Below is a list that can give
you more information about your condition, help you stay active and become empowered to make small changes in your own life.
Educational Materials
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F.A.C.E. Diabetes—Your Personal Guide to Fearlessly Managing Your Diabetes
Because so much of your day-to-day treatment is in your hands, it is important to learn as much about diabetes as you can.
This comprehensive brochure will help you learn the basics and offer ways to help you manage your type 2 diabetes.
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Online Diabetes Resources
American Diabetes Association
http://www.diabetes.org
American Association of Diabetes Educators
http://www.diabeteseducator.org
National Black Nurses Association, Inc.
http://www.nbna.org
Black Women's Health Imperative
http://www.blackwomenshealth.org
CDC Diabetes Public Health Resource
http://www.cdc.gov/diabetes
Hebni Nutrition Consultants, Inc.
http://www.soulfoodpyramid.org
National Council of Negro Women
http://www.ncnw.org/
National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse
http://diabetes.niddk.nih.gov
National Medical Association
http://www.nmanet.org/
National Minority Quality Forum
http://www.nmqf.org/
The Y (YMCA)
http://www.ymca.net/