Study: Nearly Half of U.S. Adults Have Diabetes or Pre-diabetes

A study published last week in the Journal of the American Medical Association reported that almost 50 percent of American adults are diabetic or pre-diabetic, a condition where a person has elevated blood sugar levels and is at risk of developing Type 2 diabetes and related health problems. We discuss diabetes’ prevalence, who is most at-risk for the disease and the latest in treatment and prevention.

Resources Mentioned on Air

National Diabetes Prevention Program

American Diabetes Assocation

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