A person with diabetes incurs two to five times higher medical costs than a person without diabetes. This is due to more frequent medical visits, purchase of supplies and medication, and higher likelihood of being admitted to a nursing home. All research shows the cost effectiveness of careful personal management of diabetes. Although the initial costs of intensive therapy is two to three times greater than conventional therapy the longterm costs are significantly less. The onset of complications due to diabetes can be delayed and even prevented through effective diabetes management.
Education is the key to understanding and managing diabetes.
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