Find out if you are at high risk of getting diabetes by answering and scoring the following statements.

1. I had a baby weighing more than nine pounds at birth or had diabetes during pregnancy.
   If you answered Yes give yourself a score of 6.
   If you answered No give yourself a score of 0.

2. I have a parent(s), sister, or brother with diabetes.
   If you answered Yes add 3 to your score.
   If you answered No add 0.

3. I consider myself Hispanic, African American, American Indian, Asian American, or Pacific Islander.
   If you answered Yes add 3 to your score.
   If you answered No add 0.

4. I am overweight. (Check this chart if you aren't sure).
   If you answered Yes add 3 to your score.
   If you answered No add 0.

5. I have been told I have a high blood sugar level.
   If you answered Yes add 6 to your score.
   If you answered No add 0.

6. I am between 45 and 64 years of age.
   If you answered Yes add 1 to your score.
   If you answered No add 0.

7. I am under 65 years of age AND I get little or no exercise during a usual day.
   If you answered Yes add 3 to your score
   If you answered No add 0.

8. I am 65 years old or older.
   If you answered Yes add 3 to your score.
   If you answered No add 0.

If you scored 1-5 points, you are probably at low risk for having diabetes now. But don't forget about it - - especially if you are Hispanic, African American, Native American, Asian American or a Pacific Islander.

If you scored 6 or more points, you are at high risk for having or getting diabetes. Only a doctor can determine if you have diabetes. Receive a free screening by the Diabetes Prevention Program at the University of Washington or see a doctor and find out for sure.

To request a free blood glucose screening by the University of Washington Diabetes Prevention Program, call (206) 764-2768 or e-mail us at uwdpp@u.washington.edu.

To join the Diabetes Prevention Program at the University of Washington, please call us at 206-764-2768.