The City provides information about the causes and symptoms of diabetes, treatment options, and information resources.

You can get a copy of the Diabetes is Epidemic Health Bulletin which describes the different types of diabetes, the major risk factors, and tip to control diabetes.

You can also get a copy of Living Well with Diabetes Health Bulletin which offers information and tips for maintaining a healthy lifestyle with diabetes. This Bulletin is available in multiple languages.

Call 311 or 212-NEW-YORK (212-639-9675) to request a copy.

You can request not to be contacted by the Health Department regarding your A1C levels. The Health Department also will not send your A1C information to your health provider.

The City provides information about submitting an A1C Registry Do Not Contact Request. The Board of Health requires the reporting of hemoglobin A1C, a measure of blood sugar control over three months, by most clinical labs that report electronically to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.

Online

Submit an A1C Registry “Do Not Contact” request form.

By Phone

Call 311 or 212-NEW-YORK (212-639-9675) for help.

The City provides information packets to women who developed diabetes during pregnancy. This condition is known as gestational diabetes. 

The information packet is sent to new mothers within one month after giving birth.  It describes health risks and provides information on fitness, nutrition, and available resources.  It also includes a letter which the mother should bring to her health care provider about receiving a glucose test 6 weeks after giving birth.

You can request additional copies of the packet and more information.

Online

Get information about diabetes during pregnancy.

By Phone

Call 311 or 212-NEW-YORK (212-639-9675) for help.

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