Did you know that the average individual has diabetes 7-10 years before they are diagnosed? And one of every 12 Americans is affected by diabetes. In Wisconsin alone, there are 475,000 adults with diabetes and 1.45 million adults with pre-diabetes.

For individuals who have type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes or care for an individual with diabetes, good medical care is just half of the equation. Just as important is their ability to make healthy decisions, learn about and take care of their condition.

The good news is that people who know how to take care of their diabetes can live successful...