According to the World Health Organization:
Approximately 422 million adults around the world have diabetes.
▪ One out of every 11 people has diabetes.
▪ 1.6 million deaths are directly attributed to diabetes each year.
▪ Diabetes can lead to complications in many parts of the body and increase the risk of premature death such as stroke, blindness, heart disease and kidney failure.
Diabetes prevention steps:
*Eating healthily
* Doing sports and physical activities
* Avoid excessive weight gain
* Follow medical advice
* Check your blood glucose level if in doubt
There are many benefits to monitoring your blood sugar, especially when you learn how your body uniquely responds to various factors. Monitoring your blood sugar can also help you achieve your glucose goals while avoiding potential long-term complications of diabetes.
Now with the One Touch Select Plus blood glucose meter:
*ColourSure™ technology appears instantly when your blood glucose numbers are in or out of range*
*The range comes pre-set on your meter, but you and your doctor can change it at any time during diabetes treatment.
*Meal labeling helps patients see how food choices affect their results
