Other Noninfectious Diseases -Diabetes – affects the way body cells convert food to energy -Insulin – a hormone that helps the body convert glucose to energy 2 types of Diabetes - Type 1 -Type 2

Types of Diabetes Type 1 Insulin-dependent Onset during childhood/adolescence Cause Sufficient insulin not being produced The body destroys insulin producing cells Symptoms Abnormal thirst, frequent urination, unusual hunger, fatigue, nausea

Types of Diabetes Type 2 Onset during adulthood Cause Enough insulin is not produced, or it is not used properly Cells malfunction and insulin cannot be used correctly Symptoms Excess weight, blurred vision, infections Itching, slow healing, numbness

Diabetes Risk Factors & Management Obesity Physical Inactivity Genetics Management Type 1- Insulin injections/diet Type 2 – diet, exercise, weight loss, medication

Arthritis Arthritis – conditions that cause aching, pain, and swelling in the joints and connective tissue Rheumatoid arthritis – a destructive and disabling inflammation of the joints Osteoarthritis- affects the weight bearing joints of the knees and hips, causing aches and soreness