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ALT A small, stylized illustration of an abstract face is centered above text about Type 1 Diabetes. The text explains that Type 1 Diabetes involves the body attacking insulin-producing cells in the pancreas, can be diagnosed at any age, and is not caused by diet and lifestyle. Blue and teal organic shapes are in the corners.
ALT Illustration of a person checking blood sugar, labeled "Type 2 Diabetes." Includes text: "Accounts for over 90% of diabetes cases, but can be prevented with lifestyle changes. High blood pressure, obesity, and sleep apnea increase the risk of type 2 diabetes.
ALT The image includes a diagram of a glucose meter and test strip. Below, the text reads: "Prediabetes. When blood sugar is higher than normal but not high enough for a type 2 diabetes diagnosis. Can lead to type 2 diabetes, but risk can be lowered with lifestyle changes." The background has abstract blue shapes.
ALT A healthcare professional and a pregnant individual sit facing each other. The text reads: "Gestational Diabetes," followed by bullet points: "Can develop during pregnancy in women who don’t already have diabetes" and "Can lead to type 2 diabetes within five to 10 years of diagnosis." Blue and teal accents decorate the corners.
ALT A person is raking leaves in an autumn park, surrounded by trees with colorful foliage. The person is wearing a striped sweater and jeans. Next to them is a brown rectangle with text that reads, "Time to rake leaves? It’s time for a flu shot." The Department of Health logo is also present.
ALT Front view of hands holding a pink ribbon, symbolizing breast cancer awareness. Text highlights the Breast and Cervical Cancer Project (BCCP) at the Department of Health, active since 1994, with an invitation to read about their achievements.
ALT A medical professional is assisting a person in a blue gown with a mammography machine. Text on the image states, "124,737 Women in Ohio have received breast screening, imaging, diagnostic services, and other breast-related services since 1994." The design includes a pink and white color scheme.
ALT A person talking to a healthcare professional, both smiling. Text reads: "9,750 women received BCCP breast services in grant year 2026 alone." The background is white with pink accents.
ALT Image showing a group of people in pink shirts with breast cancer awareness ribbons, standing together and smiling. Above them, text reads: "4,257 Unique women have been diagnosed with breast cancer through BCCP since 1994." The background has a pink and white color scheme.
ALT This image is a collage of nine photos featuring various scenes related to parenting and infants. The scenes include a sleeping newborn, children playing, an individual cradling a baby, a toddler eating, a person holding a pregnant belly, and a baby being bottle-fed. The Ohio Department of Health logo is at the center.
ALT Heart Disease Quick Facts infographic by the Ohio Department of Health. It states heart disease is a leading cause of death in Ohio and the U.S. and notes that 750,000 Ohio adults are expected to have heart disease in 2024. It lists chronic conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes as risk factors, along with tobacco use, obesity, and inactivity. It advises consulting a healthcare provider for risk assessment and prevention plans.
ALT The image is an awareness poster from the Ohio Department of Health about sepsis. It highlights "T.I.M.E." as warning signs: Temperature (higher or lower than normal), Infection (signs or symptoms), Mental decline (confused, sleepy, difficult to rouse), and Extremely ill (severe pain, discomfort, shortness of breath).
