In the past 20 years the prevalence of Type 2 diabetes has increased 10 fold in the United States and continues to grow. A similar trend is occurring in Canada, the UK and many other places around the world. The disease costs the tax payer millions every year in health costs. THE CONTENT This self study guide introduces what diabetes is and most importantly, the complications that can occur if the diabetes is not properly managed. There are critical daily care issues highlighted and explanations on what to do in critical situations such as hypoglycemia. BENEFITS TO THE READER After reading this material you will have greater confidence in your caregiving role and will know what to do to help a person with Type 2 diabetes manage this debilitating health condition. Each book in the "All About" series contain: - Essential information verified by doctors and nurse educators in readable, layman terms. - A pre-quiz and post-quiz to aid retention. WHO IS THIS BOOK FOR This book can be an invaluable aid to: - A caregiver caring for a relative or friend - A health worker seeking a reference aid - A patient or person suffering from Type 2 Diabetes - Any person involved in health care wishing to expand his or her knowledge ABOUT THE PUBLISHER Mediscript Communications was founded in 1996 by a management team of marketing executives, writers, nurse educators, psychologists and distribution companies to provide a unique and effective style of publications, empowering readers and patients, through interaction, personalization and subsequent relevance. For more information, visit www.mediscript.net. Find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/mediscriptcommunications/