November is American Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to spread awareness, educate, and advocate for those living with diabetes. According to the CDC, more than 38 million Americans have been diagnosed with diabetes. With that being nearly 12% of the U.S. population, the odds are high that you know someone who is living with this disease. November is a great opportunity to learn more and understand the condition.
Diabetes is a chronic disease that occurs when either the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or the body cannot use the insulin it produces. Insulin is a hormone that moves blood glucose (blood sugar) into cells so that it can be converted into energy. Without enough insulin, the blood glucose sits outside the cells, building up in the bloodstream. This causes high blood glucose, which, over time, if left untreated, can lead to life-threatening complications.
Diabetes is one of the leading diagnoses for LifeCare Alliance Meals-on-Wheels clients, so we have a vested interest in educating, counseling, and supporting those clients in managing their disease. In addition, we operate a summer camp program for youths living with diabetes. LifeCare Alliance has a long-standing dedication to helping people of all ages manage their diabetes so that they may live healthier lives.
This month we encourage you to learn all you can about diabetes and how you and your loved ones can live with independence and dignity while battling this disease.
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