You're diabetic. You have enough to worry about, right? Well, sorry to add to your burden, but I just found a piece of Scary News online. People with diabetes face greater danger from West Nile Virus than do non-diabetics. But: diabetics are not alone--people with high blood pressure face the same concern. An analysis of 2005 West Nile data has shown that both diabetics and hypertension sufferers are more likely to experience severe neurological problems as a consequence of becoming infected with West Nile.

There are no guarantees for anyone determined to do their darnedest to avoid West Nile Virus. About all you can do is steer clear of mosquitoes and try and keep them from breeding in your yard. Health experts say diabetics should try to be particularly vigilant. That means, first and foremost: cover up when out of doors if you're likely to encounter the nasty biters.