What to know about the COVID-19 Vaccine and Diabetes

How dangerous is COVID-19 for people with diabetes?

If I have type 1 diabetes, am I at greater risk of severe symptoms, complications, or even death if I get COVID-19?

There are studies showing that adults with type 1 diabetes who are diagnosed with COVID-19 are at an increased risk of severe COVID-19 illness. Those at greatest risk are people with consistently elevated

blood-sugar levels and those with other medical conditions such as obesity or lung, heart, or kidney diseases.

How about type 2 diabetes?

People with type 2 diabetes may be at higher risk of more severe illness from COVID-19 than those without the disease. If you have type 2 diabetes, this is an excellent opportunity to work on goals that will not only reduce your risk of COVID-19 sever it but will improve your diabetes, weight status, and overall health. Pay attention to maintaining healthy blood sugars, see your doctor from home using telemedicine, rather than going into your doctor’s office, focus on healthy meal choices, and work

some physical activity into your daily routine.