October is National Diabetes Month
The American Diabetes Association reports that
- Nearly
26 million children and adults in the United States have diabetes. - Another
79 million Americans have prediabetes and are at risk for developing type
2 diabetes. - The
American Diabetes Association estimates that the total national cost of
diagnosed diabetes in the United States is $174 billion.
They are also holding a contest on their Facebook page
where fans can share a personal image representing what “A Day in the
Life of Diabetes” means to you! For every photo uploaded CVS/pharmacy
will donate $1 to the American Diabetes Association up to $25,000.
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