Read each statement, then write down the points listed next to each one that is true for you. If a statement is not true, write down a zero. When you are done, add the points to get your total score.

If you are African-American, Hispanic/Latino, Native American, Asian-American or Pacific Islander descent, pay special attention to the assessment questions, as diabetes is more common among these ethnic groups.

1. My weight is equal to or above that listed for my height in the weight chart listed below. (5 points)
2. I am under 65 years of age and get little or no exercise during a usual day. (5 points)
3. I am between 45 and 64 years of age. (5 points)
4. I am 65 years of age or older. (5 points)
5. I am a woman who has had a baby weighing more than 9 pounds at birth. (1 point)
6. I have a sister or brother with diabetes. (1 point)

Height	Weight	Height	Weight
4'10"	129	5'8"	177
4'11"	133	5'9"	182
5'0"	138	5'10"	188
5'1"	143	5'11"	193
5'2"	147	6'0"	199
5'3"	152	6'1"	204
5'4"	157	6'2"	210
5'5"	162	6'3"	216
5'6"	167	6'4"	221
5'7"	172

The weight chart is based on a measure called the Body Mass Index (BMI). The chart shows unhealhty weights for men and women age 35 or older at the listed heights. At-risk weights are lower for those under age 35.

If you scored 10 or more points, you are at high risk for diabetes and should visit your doctor to be tested. You should also be aware of these warning signs:

• Frequent urination or excessive thirst
• Dramatic weight loss
• Fatigue
• Blurred vision
• Slow healing of wounds
• Tingling in the toes or feet

These symptoms alone may not suggest diabetes, but when two or more symptoms are combined, testing is recommended.

If you scored 3-9 points, you are probably at low risk for having diabetes. However, new guidelines recommend everyone age 45 and over consider being tested for diabetes every three years.

If you have any questions about diabetes or would like more information about St. Joseph's diabetes programs or services, please call (813) 870-4995.