Diabetes is linked to certain types of cancer.
Eating healthy and taking care of yourself is more important than ever. Research conducted by the American Cancer Society shows that Type 2 diabetes is linked with certain types of cancer.
Eating healthy and taking care of yourself is more important than ever. Research conducted by the American Cancer Society shows that Type 2 diabetes is linked to certain types of cancer. Managing your health and getting screened for diabetes and cancer today can help you avoid complications down the road.
The hidden risks of diabetes
There are many factors that increase your risk of Type 2 diabetes, like family history, age, and race. However, obesity, diet, and physical inactivity are the primary risk factors. The good news is that these behaviors can be managed. Learn more about diabetes.
Risks
If you have type 2 diabetes you have a greater risk of developing cancer.
Type 2 diabetes increases the risk of certain types of cancer including:
- Liver
- Pancreas
- Endometrium
- Colon and rectum
- Breast
- Bladder
Type 2 diabetes and cancer have shared risk factors.
There are certain risk factors both diseases share that may, in part, contribute to that risk:
- Aging
- Obesity
- Diet
- Physical Inactivity
If you have type 2 diabetes, get screened for cancer.
It’s important for you to follow recommended cancer screening guidelines to stay aware of any changes in your body. Be sure to report any symptoms to your primary care provider. It’s important to find cancer at an early stage, when it’s most treatable.
Get help with cancer screenings
Whether you have insurance or not, a nurse navigator can schedule a diabetes or cancer screening for you. He or she can also help you prepare for your screening and understand your results.
Programs
Register for a free six-week self-management program.
Please browse our offerings below. For more information or questions about program registration, please call 302-990-0522.
Diabetes - English
In-person
Open only to:
Senior Center Members Only
Mon,
10:00 AM - 12:30 PMSessions:
- Jun 2, 2025
- Jun 9, 2025
- Jun 16, 2025
- Jun 23, 2025
- Jun 30, 2025
- Jul 7, 2025
RegisterSeats available
Diabetes - English
In-person
Open only to:
Senior Center Members Only
Fri,
10:00 AM - 12:30 PMSessions:
- Sep 5, 2025
- Sep 12, 2025
- Sep 19, 2025
- Sep 26, 2025
- Oct 3, 2025
- Oct 10, 2025
RegisterSeats available
Diabetes - English
In-person
Open to:
General Public
Tue,
9:00AM - 11:30AMSessions:
- May 27, 2025
- Jun 3, 2025
- Jun 10, 2025
- Jun 17, 2025
- Jun 24, 2025
- Jul 1, 2025
RegisterSeats available
Diabetes - English
In-person
Open to:
General Public
Thu,
9am-11:30amSessions:
- Sep 25, 2025
- Oct 2, 2025
- Oct 9, 2025
- Oct 16, 2025
- Oct 23, 2025
- Oct 30, 2025
RegisterSeats available
Diabetes - English
In-person
Open only to:
Senior Center Members Only
Tue,
8:45-11:00Sessions:
- Jul 15, 2025
- Jul 22, 2025
- Jul 29, 2025
- Aug 5, 2025
- Aug 12, 2025
- Aug 19, 2025
RegisterSeats available
Don’t see a workshop that works for you?
Tell us what would work betterHave questions or need registration assistance? Call 302-990-0522.
Healthy Living
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Healthy Lifestyle Map
Screening for Life
If you don’t have insurance, if your insurance doesn’t cover cancer screenings, or if you can’t afford to pay for screenings, this special program could make screenings available to you.
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