Type 2 diabetes is a serious health condition that is becoming more common in both kids and adults. In the past, it mostly affected older people, but now more young people, especially Black youth, are developing this disease. Type 2 diabetes can cause major health problems if not managed properly . With the right lifestyle changes, medical care and education, people can live long and healthy lives despite having diabetes. If this health condition is posing a risk, taking steps now can help prevent major problems in the future. Why Is Type 2 Diabetes Becoming More Common in Black Youth? (Jeff Siepman/Unsplash) Over the past few decades, doctors have noticed a sharp increase in type 2 diabetes among Black children and teenagers. Since type 2 diabetes is showing up earlier in life, it is leading to more complications in adulthood. The longer a person has diabetes, the higher the chance of developing serious health problems. Several factors contribute to this trend: Genetics : A family...