American Diabetes Association Alert Day®, observed annually on the 4th Tuesday in March—Tuesday, March 27, 2012—is a one-day wake-up call to inform the American public about the seriousness of diabetes, particularly when diabetes is left undiagnosed or untreated.

In support of Diabetes Alert Day, NDEP is asking all Americans to take action. Here's how.

First: Take the Diabetes Risk Test

Could you have diabetes and not know it? Take this test to see if you are at risk for type 2 diabetes.

• Online Diabetes Risk Test
• Diabetes Risk Test (PDF)
• Diabetes Risk Test (Spanish) (PDF)

Next: Take Just One Step

Do you want to take steps to lower your chances of developing type 2 diabetes? Do you have diabetes and you want to lower your chances of developing health problems that come from having diabetes? We'll help you set a goal and take just one step to better health. Take just one step today.

NDEP Resources for Preventing Type 2 Diabetes

• Patient Volunteer, Latecia’s Story: Preventing Type 2 Diabetes: Maintaining a Healthy Weight
• Diabetes Expert, Martha Funnell: Preventing Type 2 Diabetes
• Help patients assess their risk with Small Steps. Big Rewards. Your GAME PLAN to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes: Information for Patients
• More resources for people at risk for type 2 diabetes

Diabetes Alert Day Toolkit for Partners

 In this online toolkit, NDEP provides you with ideas and resources to support your Diabetes Alert Day outreach efforts, including:

• Social media messages
• E-newsletter announcement and feature article
• Template news release & talking points
• Web buttons
• Email signatures

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• State-based Diabetes Prevention and Control Programs
• Organizations of Coordinating Committee Members

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