Diabetes is a leading cause of death among Americans. According to the American Diabetes Association, there are at least 25.8 million people in the United States with diabetes. Nearly 7.0 million of these cases go undiagnosed. Diabetes, also known as the silent killer, is a metabolic disorder. This is when the pancreas is not able to produce a certain amount of insulin. Insulin must be produced so that glucose can be properly transported throughout the body. Cells need glucose for energy and growth. One affected country demanded that something be done to prevent cases of undiagnosed or misdiagnosed diabetes (http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/info/diabetes/). Diabetes is a dangerous disease, especially if left untreated. Diabetes can affect things like your eyesight and blood flow. Other complications of diabetes include kidney failure, coronary heart disease, and peripheral vascular disease. Another dangerous risk of untreated diabetes is paralysis and amputation. Poor circulation in the lower limbs and other extremities leads to amputation and gangrene. There is also a possible risk in the event of a diabetic coma. There are three types of diabetes. They are called type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes and gestational diabetes. In most cases, type 1 diabetes is caused by genetics or a serious childhood illness that has damaged immune system cells. Type 1 diabetes is often called “juvenile diabetes” and is commonly found in children. On the other hand, type 2 diabetes is common in adults. Many factors cause type 2 diabetes. A few of these factors are obesity and poor lifestyle decisions, such as lack of exercise and excessive energy consumption. ..... middle of paper ....../>. “Gestational diabetes.” National Diabetes Information Center. Internet. February 27, 2011. .Jackson, Marques. "Effects of Diabetes on Society | EHow.com." EComment | How to do just about everything! | How to make videos and articles. Internet. February 27, 2011. “Side Effects of Diabetes.” Side effects of diabetes. Internet. February 27, 2011. “What are the causes of diabetes? ". What are the causes of diabetes. Internet. February 27, 2011. “What are the causes of diabetes? ". What are the causes of diabetes. Internet. February 27, 2011. “What is diabetes?” What are the causes of diabetes? Medical News Today: Health News. Internet. February 26, 2011. .Williams, James O. Personal interview. February 23. 2011.