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Type 2 diabetes is not a major concern in and of itself, but if left untreated, the condition can lead to a number of deadly complications, such as heart disease. This is because your blood sugar levels are more prone to fluctuating if you have diabetes, and this mechanism damages blood vessels and impairs other vital bodily functions. There is now a threat that has been added to the list of potential complications: COVID-19.

COVID-19 is a new strain of virus that belongs to the coronavirus group, a family of respiratory infections.

The virus, which first broke out in the Wuhan province in China in December, has so far caused 124,933 cases worldwide and lead to 4,585 fatalities.

Scientists gathering data on the pathogen have revealed that infected people with diabetes are more prone to developing a serious illness.

It is believed that diabetes can weaken your immune systems defences, leaving you more susceptible to illness.

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According to official reports, older people, those with a compromised immune system and those with high blood pressure or heart problems, are at an increased risk of developing a serious illness.

People with diabetes should also heed the advice issued to the general public on how to reduce the risk of catching and spreading the virus.

Thoroughly washing your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds is the most important measure.

Take notice of areas you might miss including the back of your hands, between your fingers and around the nails, advises Diabetes.co.uk.

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Type 2 diabetes and coronavirus: How to lower risk of catching virus if you have diabetes - Express

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