 [ Symptoms ] i was exposed to mouse droppings two days ago now i am achy coughing and sneezing nonstop is it hantavirus  i had a mild cold coming on a few days ago nasal congestion then was exposed to mouse droppings on blankets at our mountain cabin i do not know if its in my head if the symptoms are from the cold i had earlier or if i might have contracted hantavirus i am sneezing non stop runny nose coughing tight lungs my abdomen hurts when i cough or sneeze and i am achy all over in general should i keep resting drinking water and pounding emergen c or should i see a doctor [ Disease ] i would not say type 2 diabetes is 100 preventable because we know it can run in families that said type 2 diabetes is highly preventable because it is mainly linked to obesity a sedentary lifestyle and poor diet those three factors all can be influenced by the individual while it is possible a thin athletic person could develop type 2 diabetes it would be considered unusual to reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes it is important to eat a balanced diet that includes lean meat plenty of fruits and vegetables whole grains and heart healthy fats such as olive oil you also should exercise regularly and you do not even have to exercise particularly vigorously simply engaging in moderate physical activity brisk walking at least 5 times a week can be enough lastly watch your weight if you are overweight reduce your calorie intake andor increase your exercise level obesity is perhaps the leading factor in developing type 2 diabetes obviously no one should start an exercise regimen without consulting their primary care provider this is especially true of anyone who health conditions like high blood pressure or high cholesterol hope this helps