A Second Chance at Life: The Transformation of a Teenage African American Girl with Type 2 Diabetes

Danisha
2 min readJan 13, 2023

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Once upon a time, there was a teenage girl named Jasmine. She was an African American student who loved to play sports and was very active. However, as she entered high school, she began to put on weight due to her love of fast food and sugary drinks. Her parents were busy working and were not able to monitor her eating habits or encourage her to exercise regularly.

One day, Jasmine noticed that she was feeling extremely tired and thirsty all the time, even after drinking water. She also noticed that she was losing weight despite eating the same amount of food. She went to the doctor and was shocked to learn that she had developed type 2 diabetes. Her doctor explained to her that her African American heritage, combined with her unhealthy lifestyle, had put her at a higher risk for the disease.

Feeling guilty and ashamed, Jasmine decided to make a change. She started to eat healthier and exercise more, even joining the track team at school. With the help of her doctor and family, she was able to manage her diabetes with diet and lifestyle changes and medication. Jasmine also educated herself about diabetes and how to take care of her health. She learned about the importance of monitoring her blood sugar levels regularly and adjusting her medication accordingly. She also learned about the importance of regular exercise and maintaining a healthy weight.

Jasmine’s story is a reminder that even teenagers can develop serious health conditions if they don’t take care of their bodies, but also that it’s never too late to make a change and improve one’s health. With determination and the right support, Jasmine was able to overcome her diabetes and continue to live an active and healthy life. She even set a personal record in her track meet and felt proud of herself. She also became an advocate for diabetes education and awareness in her community, helping other young people with diabetes to manage their condition and live healthy lives.

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