Diabetes and COVID-19
When people with diabetes do not manage their blood sugar levels well, they can have more trouble fighting off illnesses, like COVID-19. Because of this, people with poorly controlled diabetes are more likely to become very ill or die if they get COVID-19.
What You Can Do
Make sure to monitor your blood sugar regularly and take your medications as directed.
Contact your provider to help you get an emergency supply of medications.
Follow your healthcare provider’s advice about healthy eating and increasing physical activity.
Stop smoking, including vaping and e-cigarettes, as these can make you more likely to have a heart attack or stroke.
What You Can Do
Make sure to monitor your blood sugar regularly and take your medications as directed.
Contact your provider to help you get an emergency supply of medications.
Follow your healthcare provider’s advice about healthy eating and increasing physical activity.
Stop smoking, including vaping and e-cigarettes, as these can make you more likely to have a heart attack or stroke.
