Diabetes can be a devastating disease. There are different types of diabetes. This condition occurs when the body no longer processes food for energy use (CDC, n.d.). Glucose is a sugar that the body uses for energy. Most foods are transformed into glucose when digested. In diabetic patients, the pancreas, which is an organ, does not secrete the hormone insulin as it should. The hormone insulin is used to help glucose enter other cells in the body (CDC, n.d.). Due to the lack of or insufficient production of insulin, sugars begin to accumulate. Diabetes is a serious matter and can pose other health risks. Heart disease, kidney failure, lower limb amputations, blindness, and even death are just some of the other health risks that can occur (CDC, n.d.). This disease is common among the Hispanic population, just as it is any other population. The difference is that Hispanics face many more health barriers than Americans. Before we discuss healthcare barriers, I want to discuss a little more information about the disease. There are many different symptoms that someone might experience. Not everyone experiences these symptoms the same way. Some people may experience more of the following symptoms than others. The following symptoms include frequent urination, excessive thirst, extreme hunger, very dry skin, weight loss, fatigue, vision changes, and sudden tingling or numbness in the hands and feet (CDC, n.d.). If any of these symptoms occur suddenly or out of the ordinary, you should see a doctor. You may also feel stomach pain. As mentioned above, there are different types of diabetes. Type 1 diabetes is called insulin-dependent (CDC, n.d.). This occurs when little or... half of the paper... causes diabetes, they will have it for life. If diabetes is left untreated, further health complications can develop. There are treatments to minimize symptoms, but they will never completely eliminate them. It is important to eat a healthy diet, exercise regularly and have regular doctor visits. You should always seek help, if available, if you suspect you have diabetes. Hispanics may take a different treatment approach than we would in the United States. They have their own methods. Health barriers are a big issue and need to be taken into consideration. They prevent Hispanics from having access to proper and adequate treatment. There are ways to assist Hispanics, who may face healthcare barriers, but that won't help them disappear completely. Hispanics need to do their best and get help. Diabetes should be taken seriously by everyone.