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Last year, 1 out of every 9 dollars spent on healthcare was spent on diabetes treatment and care.
Source: IDF
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One out of every ten Texans has already been diagnosed with diabetes and the number will continue to grow. What are you doing to manage diabetes? At DiabetesAmerica, we provide complete and personalized diabetes care, from medical appointments to diabetes education. Join us for the next #100days as we dig into the current research being done both nationally and in our own clinics across the state.
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Diabetes education is a cornerstone to treatment at DiabetsAmerica. No matter what your current fitness level or eating habits, we will help find the right diet and exercise for you. For an appointment with one of our Certified Diabetes Educators, please go to our website at www.DiabetesAmerica.com
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In 1979 diabetes classification moved from a two category system to a four category system: 1) insulin-dependent or type 1 diabetes, 2) non-insulin-dependent or type 2 diabetes, 3) gestational diabetes, and 4) diabetes associated with other syndromes or conditions.
Source: ADA
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In 1984 Type 1 diabetes was finally determined to be an auto-immune response, improving research and treatment options.
Source: ADA
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The constant pricking, testing, measuring, and dosing can be a drag on patients with diabetes. It is important to find what motivates you to stay as happy and functional as possible.
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In 1959, scientists discovered that some patients with diabetes could still produce their own insulin. This lead to a split in diabetes diagnosis: “insulin-dependent” (type 1) and “non-insulin dependent” (type 2).
Source: ADA
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Seniors not only account for the lion’s share of diabetes costs, but 27% of all seniors in Texas have diabetes. At DiabetesAmerica, we accept all forms of Medicare and Medicare Advantage to help seniors get their diabetes under control.
Source: Yang, W., Dall, T., Halder, P., Gallo, P., Kowal, S., & Hogan, P. Economic Costs of Diabetes in the US in 2012, 2013. Diabetes Care, Volume 36. American Diabetes Association.
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The United Kingdom Prospective Diabetes Study (UKPDS) shows that people with type 2 diabetes who practice tight control of blood sugar levels and blood pressure levels reduce their risk of complications.
Source: ADA
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The National Diabetes Data Group reports that type 2 diabetes is more common among African Americans, Mexican Americans, and Native Americans than among Caucasians. Fifty percent of all Pima Indians in Arizona over the age of 35 have diabetes – the highest rate in the world.
Source: ADA
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People with diagnosed diabetes incur average medical expenditures of $13,700 per year, of which about $7,900 is attributed to diabetes. This cost can greatly increase if your diabetes is uncontrolled. All types of diabetes need careful monitoring. With education from a Certified Diabetes Educator, you can help control your costs.
Source: Yang, W., Dall, T., Halder, P., Gallo, P., Kowal, S., & Hogan, P. Economic Costs of Diabetes in the US in 2012, 2013. Diabetes Care, Volume 36. American Diabetes Association.