tayyar.org - A family history of diabetes... does that mean you will get it?

Tayyar: If one of your parents or relatives has diabetes, you may wonder whether you will inevitably develop the disease. The answer is that a family history may increase the chances of developing it, but it does not mean the disease will necessarily appear; genetic factors interact with lifestyle and the environment, and their effects vary depending on the type…
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